New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes NHL Predictions
2026-12-08 • Lenovo Center
Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Rangers @ 7:00 PM EST
📊 Pre-Game Predictions
Win Probability
CAR: 53.3%
NYR: 46.7%
Expected Goals
CAR: 2.37
NYR: 3.72
Total Goals
Median: 6.4
Over 5.5: 59%
Over 6.5: 46%
🥅 Goalie Matchup
CAR
Brandon Bussi - 31-6-2 | 0.894 SV% | 2.47 GAA
NYR
Igor Shesterkin - 25-19-6 | 0.912 SV% | 2.50 GAA
| Stat | CAR | NYR |
|---|---|---|
| Season SV% | 0.901 | 0.910 |
| Last 5 SV% | 0.887 | 0.912 |
| SV% vs Opponent | 0.944 | 0.933 |
| GAA | 2.33 | 2.51 |
Last 5 / vs opponent shown when available in goalie stats. Confirmed goalie row used when available; otherwise current projected starter is shown.
Head-to-Head History
Model accuracy in this matchup: 59% • CAR at home vs NYR: 4-4
| Date | Score | Winner | Model Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-05 | NYR 0 - 2 CAR | CAR | CAR |
| 2025-12-29 | CAR 3 - 2 NYR | CAR | CAR |
| 2025-11-26 | CAR 2 - 4 NYR | NYR | CAR |
| 2025-11-04 | NYR 0 - 3 CAR | CAR | CAR |
| 2025-04-12 | CAR 7 - 3 NYR | CAR | CAR |
🔮 Game Preview
This game is scheduled for 2026-12-08 at 7:00 PM EST.
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