Winnipeg Jets vs Carolina Hurricanes Picks and Predictions February 4th 2025

Winnipeg Jets vs Carolina Hurricanes February 4th 2025

Betting on today’s Hurricanes and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference contest against the Jets. The game’s over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.

Carolina vs. Winnipeg Key Information

• Teams: Hurricanes at Jets
• Where: Canada Life Centre Winnipeg
• Date: Tuesday, February 4th
• Betting Odds CAR -119 | WPG -101 O/U 5.5

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The Hurricanes Can Win If…

Carolina improved to 32-17-4 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.

Carolina scored first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes tied it up in the second and took the lead with 14:34 left in the period. An empty-net goal in the third period sealed the win.

Carolina fired 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Dmitry Orlov scoring twice on his three shots. Orlov’s first goal came at 5:59 in the first period, and he added another in the second. Martin Necas, who now has 6 goals this season, scored at 17:31 in the second period.

Necas also picked up his 12th assist on Orlov’s second goal. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with his 6th goal, an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the game.

Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage in the Hurricanes’ win over the Capitals. Carolina’s defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 10 hits. After giving up two late goals in the first period, they shut out Washington in the second and third.

• Carolina will look to keep things rolling as they have put together a mark of 2-1 over their past three games. Their record vs the puck line in these matchups is less impressive at 1-2, while posting an over-under record of 1-2.
• Across Carolina’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 6-4. In these contests, the team went just 3-7 against the spread, while going 3-6-1 on the over-under.

The Jets Can Win If…

With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets moved to 37-14-3 this season. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.

After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Jets rallied with seven different players finding the net. Winnipeg scored four times in the third period, including two empty-net goals, to secure the victory.

Winnipeg’s offense came alive in their 7-4 win over the Lightning, with seven different players finding the net. After a slow start, Vladislav Namestnikov got the Jets on the board in the first period, and Logan Stanley added his first goal of the season in the second. Alex Iafallo scored his first of the year on a power play, while Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th on an empty net.

The Jets fired 34 shots on goal and picked up 10 assists. Dylan Samberg’s 3rd goal of the season came in the third period, and Cole Perfetti added his 4th with an empty-netter. Mark Scheifele, who scored his 8th goal, also recorded his 10th assist on Ehlers’ empty-net goal.

Winnipeg’s defense gave up the first two goals of the game, including one just 6:49 into the 1st period and another at 11:58. They also allowed Tampa Bay to tie the game at 3-3 in the 2nd period and 4-4 in the 3rd. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%.

• The Jets have posted a 3-0 record in their previous three games. The team has also been excellent vs the spread, going 3-0. Their over-under record in these games was 2-1.
• Through their last ten regular season contests, Winnipeg has a record of 8-2. Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 7-3 to go along with an over-under mark of 6-4.

The Lean

When it comes to a moneyline wager, I’m going with the Jets to defeat the Hurricanes while playing at home. Given the current moneyline odds at -101, I’m placing a wager on the Jets to win outright.

Our projections have the Jets pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Jets, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

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Surging Jets Face Off Against New-Look Hurricanes in Pivotal Matchup

The Winnipeg Jets will host the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night in a showdown between two Stanley Cup contenders. With the Jets riding a six-game winning streak and the Hurricanes adjusting to major roster changes, this game presents a crucial test for both teams as they push toward the playoffs.

Winnipeg Jets: Riding High on Momentum

The Jets enter the matchup as one of the hottest teams in the NHL, boasting a six-game winning streak in which they have outscored opponents 28-13. Their latest victory—a thrilling 5-4 overtime win against the Eastern Conference-leading Washington Capitals—underscored their resilience and ability to perform under pressure.

Since a 5-2 loss to the Utah Hockey Club on January 20, head coach Scott Arniel’s squad has dominated, showcasing strong offensive depth and defensive discipline. Despite a grueling schedule—Tuesday’s game will mark their 11th in just 22 days—the team continues to find ways to win.

“At the end of the day, we’re all winners in here. We all have that competitive drive to win every game,” said Winnipeg forward Gabriel Vilardi. “We have a winner’s mindset, and I think that’s huge going down the stretch.”

With just two games left before the league’s two-week break for the 4 Nations Face-Off, Winnipeg will look to cap off this stretch on a high note.

“We’ve done a good job. We’re ahead of teams when it comes to games played, and we’ve won those, which is a bonus,” said Arniel. “Carolina coming in here… so it’ll be a good test for us, so hopefully we can finish off on a good note.”

Carolina Hurricanes: Adjusting to Key Acquisitions

The Hurricanes made a major splash ahead of the trade deadline by acquiring Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall, hoping to bolster their offense for a deep playoff run. However, the transition has not been seamless.

Since the trade, Carolina has gone 2-1-1, with Rantanen registering a goal and an assist while Hall remains in search of his first goal as a Hurricane. The team is still finding chemistry with their new additions, a process that will be tested against a high-flying Winnipeg squad.

Carolina’s biggest concern heading into this matchup is defensive consistency. The team struggled in a 4-2 home loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, with head coach Rod Brind’Amour expressing frustration over costly defensive lapses.

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“I didn’t love the goals we gave,” Brind’Amour said. “Can’t happen. Not in the NHL. Not against good teams—giving them breakaways and 2-on-1s out of nothing. That’s a big concern.”

While the Hurricanes have won six of their last eight games (6-1-1), Tuesday’s matchup provides a key measuring stick for their new lineup.

“We’re four games in with (Rantanen) now, and I feel like we’re building that chemistry a little bit,” said Hurricanes forward Jackson Blake. “We’ve got to find a way. I think Rod expects us to pot some, and we’ve got to find the net.”

Key Matchup: Jets’ Offense vs. Hurricanes’ Defense

Winnipeg’s recent scoring surge—averaging nearly five goals per game during their winning streak—will test Carolina’s defensive structure. The Hurricanes need to clean up their coverage and prevent odd-man rushes to stand a chance against the Jets’ relentless attack.

Meanwhile, Carolina’s offense, now featuring Rantanen and Hall, faces a strong Winnipeg defensive unit that has been limiting high-quality chances. The Hurricanes must generate sustained offensive pressure and capitalize on power-play opportunities to break through.

Injury Update & Game Implications

On the injury front, Carolina’s Andrei Svechnikov was a full participant in Monday’s practice but remains day-to-day with an upper-body injury. His potential return would add another offensive weapon for the Hurricanes.

This will be the first of two regular-season meetings between the teams, with the rematch set for March 9 in Raleigh, N.C. Both teams view this as a crucial test ahead of the playoff push, making for a high-intensity battle on Tuesday night.

Final Thoughts

With the Jets surging and the Hurricanes integrating new star players, this matchup promises to be a thrilling contest between two teams with championship aspirations. Will Winnipeg extend its winning streak, or will Carolina’s revamped lineup prove its potential against one of the NHL’s hottest teams? Fans won’t want to miss this one.