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Kraken vs. Hurricanes prediction: Why Carolina is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/10/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Seattle Kraken vs Carolina Hurricanes predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Carolina Hurricanes and Seattle Kraken will lock horns in the NHL at Lenovo Center on Saturday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Hurricanes as the most likely winner of the Kraken vs. Hurricanes game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kraken vs. Canes prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Kraken and Hurricanes 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Hurricanes a 66% chance of defeating the Kraken.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 56% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 53% chance of going over.
Kraken vs. Hurricanes odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-102) | -1.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +245 | -295 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Hurricanes 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 | Kraken +1.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Kraken | +245 |
| Total | Over 6 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kraken +1.5 at the spread.
Kraken vs. Hurricanes player props
Who will score a goal in Kraken vs. Hurricanes?
According to our model, Seth Jarvis is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Hurricanes.
Our projections give Jarvis a 32.3% chance of scoring a goal at Lenovo Center, while the star is a 6.4% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Eeli Tolvanen | 27.0% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 23.2% |
| Jared McCann | 23.1% |
| Matty Beniers | 21.3% |
| Shane Wright | 21.2% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 32.3% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 30.2% |
| Sebastian Aho | 29.7% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 25.0% |
| Taylor Hall | 21.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Eeli Tolvanen | 5.1% |
| Jared McCann | 4.2% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 4.2% |
| Matty Beniers | 4.1% |
| Shane Wright | 3.6% |
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Seth Jarvis | 6.4% |
| Nikolaj Ehlers | 6.0% |
| Sebastian Aho | 5.2% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 4.8% |
| Logan Stankoven | 4.0% |
Kraken vs. Canes game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Hurricanes and Kraken at Lenovo Center is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Lenovo Center
Conclusion
We predict the Hurricanes, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kraken vs. Hurricanes 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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