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Hurricanes vs. Devils prediction: Carolina favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [1/4/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Carolina Hurricanes vs New Jersey Devils predictions for NHL Sunday.
The New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes will meet in the NHL at Prudential Center on Sunday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Hurricanes a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Devils.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's Hurricanes vs. Devils matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Canes vs. Devils prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NHL game between the Hurricanes and Devils 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Hurricanes a 53% chance of defeating the Devils.
According to our model, the Devils (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Hurricanes vs. Devils odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hurricanes | Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+205) | +1.5 (-225) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +105 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hurricanes vs. Devils 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 | Devils +1.5 | -225 |
| Moneyline | Devils | +105 |
| Total | Under 6 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Hurricanes vs. Devils player props
Who will score a goal in Hurricanes vs. Devils?
According to our model, Nico Hischier is most likely to score an anytime goal in Hurricanes vs. Devils.
Our projections give Hischier a 34.2% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 6.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sebastian Aho | 29.6% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 28.9% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 24.2% |
| Jackson Blake | 23.2% |
| Taylor Hall | 20.6% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 34.2% |
| Timo Meier | 32.4% |
| Jack Hughes | 30.3% |
| Jesper Bratt | 24.7% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 22.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sebastian Aho | 5.6% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 5.2% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 4.8% |
| Jackson Blake | 4.5% |
| Taylor Hall | 3.9% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 6.9% |
| Timo Meier | 6.6% |
| Jack Hughes | 5.9% |
| Jesper Bratt | 4.5% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 4.1% |
Canes vs. Devils game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between the Devils and Hurricanes at Prudential Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Prudential Center
Conclusion
We predict the Hurricanes, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Devils on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hurricanes vs. Devils insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest 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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