- Matchup: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
- Venue: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, NC
- Broadcast: ABC
- Odds/Point Spread: Golden Knights (+130) Hurricanes (-155)
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The Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17) are set to face off against the Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7) at Lenovo Center for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals, with the series currently locked at 2-2. The Golden Knights are listed at +130 odds, while the Hurricanes are at -155. The total goals over/under for this match is set at 5.5.
In Game 4, the Vegas defense struggled to contain Carolina’s offensive efforts. The Golden Knights logged 8 minutes in penalties and showcased areas needing improvement. They had 3 opportunities on the power play but failed to capitalize, managing to convert just 3 out of 21 shots fired.
At even strength, the Golden Knights have surrendered 204 goals while netting 206 themselves. They’ve faced 204 power play attempts (ranked 32nd in the league), with opponents scoring 38 times. On the offensive front, the Golden Knights have accumulated 264 goals (14th in the NHL) and allowed 242 against. With 2,377 shots taken this season, their shooting percentage stands at 11.1%. Currently, they hold a record of 95 points and a points percentage of .579. The team’s defense has faced 1,999 shots, achieving a save percentage of .879. Throughout the season, Vegas has had 237 power play opportunities, converting 58 for a success rate of 24.47%.
Carter Hart will be the goalie for this match. Hart has appeared in 245 games throughout his professional career, boasting a record of 107-96-32 with 236 starts. Over his career, opponents have scored 671 goals against him, while he maintains a goals-against average of 2.84. With 7,052 shots faced, Hart has made 6,381 total saves, earning a .905 save percentage across 12,073 minutes in net. During his tenure, Hart has recorded 117 quality starts, with a quality start rate of .496.
The Hurricanes demonstrated offensive dominance in Game 4, reclaiming home-ice advantage with a decisive win. They registered 5 goals from 28 shots on goal and converted 1 out of 3 power play chances.
Carolina has scored 231 goals at even strength and 60 on the power play (ranking 5th in the league). With 2,637 shots taken (2nd in the league), they maintain a shooting percentage of 11.04%, while allowing 1,961 shots from opponents. Thus far, the Carolina Hurricanes have totaled 291 goals and 113 points, alongside a points percentage of .689. They’ve allowed 236 goals total, comprising 191 at even strength and 45 while shorthanded. Additionally, they’ve had 241 power play opportunities with a conversion rate of 24.90% and have achieved an 80.52% penalty kill rate on 231 power play attempts against them, holding a save percentage of 88.0%.
On the opposite side, Frederik Andersen will guard the net. His opponents are averaging 2.57 goals per game, and he has conceded a cumulative 1,380 goals. Andersen showcases a quality start rate of 55.9%, accumulating 301 quality starts throughout his professional career. He has started in 538 games and spent 27,489 minutes on the ice, compiling a record of 324-149-58 across 552 games. His career statistics reveal 14,476 saves out of 15,856 shots, resulting in a .913 save percentage.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL clash against the spread or moneyline?
Pick: Go with Vegas (+130)
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