Blue Jackets vs Hurricanes

The Carolina Hurricanes, anchored by their defensive stalwarts Jaccob Slavin and Brent Burns, welcome the Columbus Blue Jackets to Raleigh in what looks to be a challenging matchup for the visitors. Carolina's strong home record and disciplined play have made them one of the toughest teams to beat in the Eastern Conference. The Blue Jackets, though resilient, have struggled to maintain consistency against playoff-bound teams, with their offensive production heavily reliant on young stars like Kent Johnson. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes boast one of the NHL’s most effective penalty kills and a balanced attack led by Sebastian Aho. With the Jackets missing key pieces and Carolina in solid form, this matchup favors the home team

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