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Stephen Nover's NHL Underdog Game of the Week
(NHL) Carolina vs. Columbus,
Money Line: 127.00 Columbus (Home)
Result: Win
Money Line: 127.00 Columbus (Home)
Result: Win
The Hurricanes ended a four-game losing streak in Columbus by nipping the Blue Jackets, 6-5, on Sunday. They were aided by a controversial goal.
I don't see the Hurricanes being so fortunate in this rapid revenge spot for Columbus. The Blue Jackets' scoring is starting to pick up with Patrik Laine getting comfortable with his new team. Laine scored two goals on Sunday. This will be just his fifth game of the season.
Carolina is likely going to have to go with third-stringer Alex Nedeljkovic in net for the first time this season. Starting goalie Petr Mrazek is out long-term and veteran backup James Reimer played yesterday and is in need of rest.
The Blue Jackets are 5-2 versus Carolina in the past seven meetings despite Sunday's loss.
I don't see the Hurricanes being so fortunate in this rapid revenge spot for Columbus. The Blue Jackets' scoring is starting to pick up with Patrik Laine getting comfortable with his new team. Laine scored two goals on Sunday. This will be just his fifth game of the season.
Carolina is likely going to have to go with third-stringer Alex Nedeljkovic in net for the first time this season. Starting goalie Petr Mrazek is out long-term and veteran backup James Reimer played yesterday and is in need of rest.
The Blue Jackets are 5-2 versus Carolina in the past seven meetings despite Sunday's loss.