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The Pittsburgh Penguins (18-8-4) has taken the league by storm with a huge seven-game winning streak that has placed them third in the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference.
They are coming off a win against the Florida Panthers (4-2) and will now take on the Carolina Hurricanes (18-6-6), who are one position above Pittsburgh and are on a four-game winning streak.
They managed an overtime win against the Dallas Stars (5-4) in their last outing. The Hurricanes will host this game at the PNC Arena on Sunday (December 18) where they will try to register their 19th win of the season.
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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Carolina Hurricanes: Betting Odds
Pittsburgh has proved to be a big threat off late with their series of victories. Their seven-game winning streak has put them third in the division and they are now looking to make their place in the playoffs. They finished third last season and qualified for the playoffs with an overall record of 46-25.
The team has scored a total of 106 goals and has conceded only 86, a difference of +20. They now have a tough away game against the Hurricanes to replace them for the second spot.
The Carolina Hurricanes are on track to qualify for the playoffs. They finished first in the division last season with an overall record of 54-20. They now have a chance at home to win their fifth consecutive game.
The team has scored a total of 89 goals and conceded 79, a difference of +10.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Carolina Hurricanes: Match Details
Fixture: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Carolina Hurricanes
Date & Time: Sunday, December 18, 05:00 p.m ET
Venue: PNC Arena, Raleigh, North Carolina
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Carolina Hurricanes: Pick
Jake Guentzel has been on fire for the Penguins this season. He has scored a total of 15 goals and has provided 16 assists in 26 games.
His performances against the Hurricanes have been top-notch, scoring 8 goals and providing 8 assists in 15 games. A similar type of performance is expected of him tonight as well.
Best Pick: Jake Guentzel Anytime Scorer (+140)
Pittsburgh vs Carolina: Prediction
The two teams are tied 5-5 in their last 10 meetings. However, their first encounter earlier this season went Carolina's way (3-2).
The game looks very much even and anything is possible. The majority of their games have been low-scoring, so expect a close contest.
Final Prediction: Under 6 (-105)
