Get our Hurricanes vs. Panthers prediction for game 5 with odds, series recap, player props, parlay picks and injury report for this NHL game.
The Florida Panthers head to Raleigh with a commanding 3-1 series lead and a chance to close out the Eastern Conference Finals against the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night. After a dominant 6-2 victory in Game 4, Florida looks to ride that momentum into enemy territory. The Canes, meanwhile, are playing for survival and will need a huge performance at home to force Game 6.
Offense hasn’t been an issue for either team in this series. Florida’s power and pace overwhelmed Carolina last game, while the Hurricanes struggled to convert their limited opportunities. But Carolina is back at the PNC Arena — and with a 26-13-2 home record during the regular season, they won’t go down without a fight. Expect a physical, high-stakes showdown with elite goaltending and star power across the ice.
Can the Cats finish the job and return to the Stanley Cup Final? Or will the Canes rally at home and make things interesting? Let’s break it all down 👇
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📺 Where to Watch Panthers vs. Hurricanes – Game 5 (May 28, 2025)
- 📅 Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM ET
- 📍 Location: PNC Arena, Raleigh, NC
- 📺 TV Channel: TNT
- 🎟️ Tickets: Buy NHL tickets on Vivid Seats
💰 Panthers vs. Hurricanes – Game 5 Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Puck Line | Total (O/U) |
| Florida Panthers | -125 | -1.5 (+195) | Over 5.5 (-115) |
| Carolina Hurricanes | +105 | +1.5 (-250) | Under 5.5 (-105) |
Odds via FanDuel, subject to change 📉
📈 Betting Trends & Insights
- The Panthers have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games and have scored 38 goals over that stretch. 🔥
- Florida has hit the Over 5.5 goals in 51 of 98 games this season.
- The Hurricanes have hit the Over in 49 of 96 games.
- Carolina has allowed 26 goals in their last 10 games, while Florida has allowed just 17.
- The Panthers are 44-27 when favored at -125 or shorter this season.
👉 These teams combine for 6.2 goals per game, suggesting the Over is still in play despite playoff intensity.
📊 Series Recap
| Game | Winner | Score | Key Stat |
| 1 | Panthers | 3-2 (OT) | Bobrovsky 34 saves |
| 2 | Panthers | 4-1 | Barkov 2 assists |
| 3 | Hurricanes | 4-2 | Andersen .933 SV% |
| 4 | Panthers | 6-2 | Florida 6 goals on 28 shots |
Florida leads 3-1. One more win sends the Panthers to the Stanley Cup Final 🏆
🧊 Injury Report
| Team | Player | Status | Injury |
| Panthers | Sam Reinhart | Day-To-Day | Lower Body |
| Panthers | Niko Mikkola | Day-To-Day | Upper Body |
| Panthers | A.J. Greer | Day-To-Day | Undisclosed |
| Hurricanes | Jesper Fast | Out for Season | Neck |
| Hurricanes | Jalen Chatfield | Day-To-Day | Undisclosed |
| Hurricanes | Sean Walker | Day-To-Day | Undisclosed |
Injuries could shake up the defensive pairings and special teams ⚠️
🌟 Key Players to Watch
Florida Panthers
- Sam Reinhart – 81 points this season. Scored in Game 4. If healthy, he’s a top scoring threat.
- Aleksander Barkov – 20 goals and 51 assists. The heartbeat of Florida’s offense.
- Sergei Bobrovsky – .914 SV%, 2.44 GAA in 54 games. Calm and consistent.
Carolina Hurricanes
- Sebastian Aho – 29 goals, 45 assists. Needs to take over for Carolina to survive.
- Seth Jarvis – 32 goals and breakout playoff performance.
- Frederik Andersen – .915 SV% in his career. Must bounce back from Game 4 meltdown.
🎯 Prop Bets (Top Players)
| Player | Goals | Assists | Points |
| Sam Reinhart | 0.5 (O +150 / U -180) | 0.5 (O -110 / U -110) | 1.5 (O +180 / U -210) |
| Aleksander Barkov | 0.5 (O +200 / U -220) | 0.5 (O -105 / U -115) | 1.5 (O +160 / U -200) |
| Sebastian Aho | 0.5 (O +140 / U -165) | 0.5 (O -120 / U -105) | 1.5 (O +175 / U -205) |
🔍 Lean: Reinhart Over 0.5 Goals (+150)
🧩 ClutchBuzz Same Game Parlay
| Leg | Odds |
| Panthers ML | -125 |
| Over 5.5 Total Goals | -115 |
| Sebastian Aho Anytime Goal | +140 |
📦 Total Parlay Odds: +550 (approx.)
💸 Risk 10 → Win 55
🔮 Final ClutchBuzz Hurricanes vs. Panthers Prediction
Score Prediction: Hurricanes 4 – Panthers 3 (OT Thriller)
The Canes aren’t going quietly. Back at home, with everything on the line, expect Carolina to come out firing. Aho, Jarvis, and the Canes’ special teams should bounce back, and Andersen finds redemption.
📢 Official Picks:
- ✅ Hurricanes +1.5
- ✅ Over 5.5
- ✅ Panthers ML (if hedging via parlay)
This one feels like OT. Stay tuned. 🧊🔥
