NJD vs CAR Prediction & Model Odds (Jan 17, 2026) | NHLForecasts

NJD vs CAR — Jan 17, 2026

Detailed NHL game prediction for NJD vs CAR: pregame win probabilities, expected goals, and projected totals from our NHLForecasts model.

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Pregame win probability: NJD 48.9% • CAR 51.1%

Expected goals: NJD 2.80 — CAR 3.35 • Median total: 6.0