In the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the New York Rangers will play host to the Carolina Hurricanes. The Rangers swept the Washington Capitals while the Hurricanes defeated the Islanders in five games. The Hurricanes rank 8th in goals at 3.38 goal and #3 in shots per contest. Carolina is #1 in shots against, 1st on the penalty kill and 4th in goals against at 2.57. The Rangers finished 7th in goals per game at 3.39 and 12th in shots. On the defensive end, they rank 10th and #7 with a 2.76 goals against average per contest. The Rangers have won three of their last four games against the Hurricanes with both teams having played better at home. New York hasn't lost a game since April 11th, and even though they are a slight underdog I can't trust Carolina on the road.

Play on New York. This is a 3% play.