Panthers vs Hurricanes NHL predictions & odds

The Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes meet twice in Raleigh over the next week – first in the preseason and then in the opening game of the 2026–27 NHL regular season.

Panthers have already landed the first blow, beating Hurricanes 6–3 in on September 20. However, changing preseason rosters make the September 22 rematch difficult to compare directly with the regular-season opener seven days later.

When are Panthers vs Hurricanes?

The Panthers visit the Hurricanes in North Carolina, on the following dates:

• Tuesday, September 22 at 7 p.m. ET – preseason
• Tuesday, September 29 at 5 p.m. ET – regular-season opener

The September 22 game concludes the teams’ preseason series. They then return to the same venue for Carolina’s first regular-season game since winning the Stanley Cup.

What happened in the last Panthers vs Hurricanes game?

Florida opened its preseason with a 6–3 win over Carolina at Amerant Bank Arena on September 20.

The Hurricanes scored first and later recovered from a two-goal deficit to tie the game at 3–3. Florida responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-net finish from Brady Tkachuk.

Tkachuk recorded two goals, one assist and a fight in his Panthers debut. Cole Reinhardt also scored twice, while Aleksander Barkov marked his return from a long-term knee injury with a breakaway goal.

Panthers vs Hurricanes prediction for September 22

Florida enters the preseason rematch with momentum after scoring six goals in the opening meeting. The Panthers also outshot Carolina 19–8 in the first period, receiving contributions from established players and roster hopefuls.

However, preseason results are heavily influenced by lineup selection. Both teams can rotate players, evaluate prospects and experiment with different combinations. Confirmed rosters and starting goaltenders could therefore change the outlook considerably.

Based on the first meeting, Florida appears better placed to start strongly again. Carolina’s home advantage and potential lineup changes could still make the rematch closer than the 6–3 score suggests.

Market data as of 21 September. For the latest implied probabilities, check OG.com

Panthers vs Hurricanes prediction for September 29

The regular-season opener should look very different from the preseason games. 

Both teams are expected to use stronger lineups, while established goaltenders and special-teams units should receive heavier workloads.

Carolina Hurricanes will have home-ice advantage as it begins its Stanley Cup defense. The Hurricanes’ defensive structure could make this a tighter game, particularly if they avoid the slow start that left them chasing Florida in the first preseason meeting.

Florida Panthers’ attacking depth is the main counterargument. Barkov returned successfully on September 20, while Brady Tkachuk made an immediate impact. 

Market data as of 21 September. For the latest implied probabilities, check OG.com

What could decide the two games?

Lineup selection is the biggest variable on September 22. A team using more established NHL players may have an advantage over an opponent focused on evaluating younger roster candidates.

Special teams could also matter. Florida and Carolina both scored on the power play in their first meeting, while the Panthers produced three unanswered goals after the Hurricanes had tied the game.

For September 29, defensive execution and goaltending should carry more weight. The preseason offers room to experiment, but mistakes become more costly once regular-season points are available.

FAQs about Panthers vs Hurricanes

When is the Panthers vs Hurricanes preseason game?

The Florida Panthers visit the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday, September 22, at 7 p.m. ET. 

When is the Panthers vs Hurricanes regular-season opener?

Carolina hosts Florida on Tuesday, September 29, at 5 p.m. ET.

Who won the last Panthers vs Hurricanes game?

The Panthers beat the Hurricanes 6–3 in their preseason opener on September 20, 2026.

Where are the upcoming Panthers vs Hurricanes games?

Both games will be played in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Can I trade Panthers vs Hurricanes event contracts?

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