First-place Carolina is 11-4-1 on the road. Their +21 goal differential is the second-best in the Eastern Conference, and the fourth-best in the NHL. The Hurricanes have won five in a row and rank fifth in goals scored (3.27 per game), while the defense is eighth in goals given up. Florida ranks 16th in power-play percentage and shooting percentage, while the defense ranks 18th in goals allowed (3.09 per game) and 22nd in save percentage. Play Carolina.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on December 19, 2025 at 11:33AM ET.
NHL
Carolina at Florida
December 19, 2025
7:00 PM Eastern
1 unit on Carolina -125 (moneyline) (risk 1 to return 1.8)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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