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Hurricanes vs. Red Wings prediction: Carolina favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [1/12/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Carolina Hurricanes vs Detroit Red Wings predictions for NHL Monday.
The Detroit Red Wings will square off with the Carolina Hurricanes in NHL action at Little Caesars Arena on Monday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Hurricanes as the most likely winner of the Hurricanes vs. Red Wings game.
This article offers further insights into Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Canes vs. Red Wings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL matchup between the Hurricanes and Red Wings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Hurricanes a 55% chance of defeating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 54% chance of going over.
Hurricanes vs. Red Wings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hurricanes | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+170) | +1.5 (-200) |
| Moneyline | -142 | +120 |
| Total | o6 (-118) | u6 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hurricanes vs. Red Wings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Red Wings +1.5 | -200 |
| Moneyline | Red Wings | +120 |
| Total | Over 6 | -118 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Red Wings +1.5 at the spread.
Hurricanes vs. Red Wings player props
Who will score a goal in Hurricanes vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Alex DeBrincat is most likely to score an anytime goal in Hurricanes vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give DeBrincat a 34.8% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is a 7.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 30.3% |
| Sebastian Aho | 28.1% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 27.2% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 23.8% |
| Taylor Hall | 20.8% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 34.8% |
| Dylan Larkin | 31.4% |
| Lucas Raymond | 27.3% |
| Patrick Kane | 22.9% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 21.7% |
First goal scorer predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 5.6% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 5.1% |
| Sebastian Aho | 4.8% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 3.7% |
| Logan Stankoven | 3.5% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 7.3% |
| Lucas Raymond | 5.8% |
| Dylan Larkin | 5.5% |
| Patrick Kane | 4.1% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 4.0% |
Canes vs. Red Wings game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Red Wings and Hurricanes at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Carolina Hurricanes vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Hurricanes, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hurricanes vs. Red Wings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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