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(NHL) Carolina vs. Buffalo, 02/01/2023 7:30 PM, Score: 5 - 1
Money Line: -145.00 Carolina (Away)
Result: Win
The Hurricanes have won 6 straight, averaging over 4 goals a game in those wins , which is a step up on their 3.3 goal season's average. They are on back to back game tonight, but have a solid record in this situation. The Hurricanes are an exceptional road team, facing a Sabres team that is below .500 at home. Carolina is very good on defense and on the PK, and especially good at limiting shots. They will need to be , since the Sabres are tops in the league on offense.

The Sabres are 5-1 in recent action, and while their offense is down slightly, they appear to be a little more defensively responsible, allowing 3 goals or less in their recent games. Tage Thompson is day to day, and with the all star break just one day away, he will probably be rested. It is a hit to the Sabres offense if he is MIA.

In spite of the Sabres being at home and better rested, I am wagering on the 'Canes tonight. Carolina is a very streaky team, on a very solid run. Raanta, likely starts tonight in net and he has three shutouts in his last 6 starts in spite of infrequent usage. Take the Hurricanes to steal another road game.