There has to be a regression to the mean in Bobrovsky’s goaltending. His .943 save% in his last 6 games is off the charts and way above his seasonal and career numbers. After an almost 7 period game, this is the time for it to come back down to earth. The Canes are 3rd in average shots per game while the Panthers are 22nd in average shots against. Bobrovsky is due for a melt down. The Panthers’ PK is at 61%. The Canes PP hasn’t been great but this will be Teravinen’s second game back so he should help their PP and offense in general more than last game.
Florida has been involved in a lot of under totals lately but two stats point to the Canes being able to make adjustments to juice up their attack. They are 7-1 over/under on one day’s rest and have a 21-7 win loss record when their opponent allows 2 goals or less in the previous game. It all points to an over total for game 2. Tired teams usually score more rather than less goals. Take Game two to go over the total.