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Montreal Canadiens vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction (May 31, 2026)

Montreal Canadiens vs Carolina Hurricanes — May 31, 2026

Model last updated: May 31, 2026 10:49 AM PDT; data source: schedule_predictions.csv

Detailed NHL game prediction for Montreal Canadiens vs Carolina Hurricanes: pregame win probabilities, expected goals, and projected totals from our NHLForecasts model.

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Pregame win probability: Montreal Canadiens 37.4% • Carolina Hurricanes 62.6%

Expected goals: Montreal Canadiens 2.53 — Carolina Hurricanes 4.58 • Median total: 8.7

Expected Goals Comparison

Montreal Canadiens
3.44
xG/game (Season)
Carolina Hurricanes
3.96
xG/game (Season)