Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Final will feature the Carolina Hurricanes hosting the Florida Panthers on Tuesday. Carolina advanced by defeating the Washington Capitals in five games in the second round. Florida secured their spot after a tough seven-game series against the Toronto Maple Leafs, culminating in a decisive 6-1 road win. The game is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC.
According to the latest odds, Carolina is favored on the money line at -125 (bet $125 to win $100), while Florida is the underdog at +105 (bet $100 to win $105). The total goals over/under is set at 5.5. The Hurricanes also have a puck line of -1.5 (+205). For expert analysis and predictions on this matchup, including prop bets, consider the insights from SportsLine`s proven NHL model.
SportsLine`s projection model, which simulates each NHL game 10,000 times, has a strong track record. Leading up to the conference finals, the model holds a combined record of 80-56 on top-rated puck-line and over/under bets, generating over $1,600 in profit for those wagering $100.
Here are some of the model`s top betting recommendations for Game 1:
- Hurricanes ML (-125)
- Over 5.5 goals (+110)
These are some of the top betting recommendations for the Hurricanes vs. Panthers Game 1. Further predictions for this game and others can be found from the SportsLine model, which has a successful record entering the conference finals.
For additional expert insights, SportsLine`s top NHL analyst, Matt Severance, boasts an impressive record of 145-69-8 on NHL side picks, yielding significant returns for bettors. His specific picks for this game are also available.
