- Matchup: Detroit Red Wings vs Carolina Hurricanes
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Venue: PNC Arena, Raleigh, NC
- Broadcast: Fanduel Sports Network
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This Saturday, the Carolina Hurricanes (37-15-6) are set to host the Detroit Red Wings (34-19-6) at the PNC Arena.
In their last outing, the Detroit Red Wings secured a narrow 2-1 victory over the Senators. They faced a total of 13 penalty minutes during the game and capitalized on one of their two power-play chances. Despite the win, the Red Wings’ offense showed room for improvement, managing only 2 goals from 20 shots.
During the even-strength play, the Red Wings conceded 141 goals while scoring 131. Their opponents have had 154 power-play opportunities (ranked 28th in the NHL), scoring 32 times in those situations. On the season, Detroit has totaled 174 goals, sitting 19th overall, while allowing 173 goals. They have taken 1,664 shots, achieving a shot percentage of 10.5%. Currently, the team has accumulated 74 points with a points percentage of .627. The Red Wings have faced 1,634 shots, recording a save percentage of .894, and have been awarded 184 power-play chances, converting 43 for a success rate of 23.37%.
John Gibson will likely be in goal for Detroit. Throughout his career, he has faced 1,482 goals against him with an average of 2.79 goals per game. Gibson has played 544 NHL games, with a save percentage of .910 across 26,910 minutes of play. His record stands at 227 wins, 229 losses, and 65 overtime losses, with 532 starts. He has garnered 289 quality starts, achieving a quality start rate of .543, and has dealt with 16,425 shot attempts, making 14,943 saves.
The Carolina Hurricanes come off a thrilling 5-4 victory against the Lightning. They successfully converted 1 of their 2 power-play attempts in that game while registering 5 goals from 33 shots.
This season, the Hurricanes have accumulated 198 goals and 80 points, reflecting a points percentage of .690. They have conceded 164 goals, 132 of which were scored at even strength and 32 while shorthanded. Carolina has registered 159 even-strength goals and ranks 11th in the NHL with 39 power-play goals. With 178 power-play opportunities, they hold a conversion rate of 21.91%. The Hurricanes lead the league with 1,852 shots taken and maintain a shot percentage of 10.69%, while allowing only 1,416 shots against. They have a penalty-killing rate of 80.25%, successfully defending against 162 power plays, and they enjoy a save percentage of 88.4%.
On the other end, Brandon Bussi is expected to guard the net for Carolina. Bussi owns a career record of 24-3-1 and has played in 28 games. He boasts a quality start rate of 60.7%, with 17 quality starts to his name. So far, Bussi has saved 595 out of 658 shots, yielding a save percentage of .904. He has allowed an average of 2.25 goals per game and has conceded a total of 63 goals. With 28 starts, he has logged a total of 71 minutes in goal.
Which team will come out on top in this exciting NHL showdown? Will it be against the spread or the moneyline?
Prediction: Go with Carolina
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