Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Dallas Stars taking on the Carolina Hurricanes. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Dallas Stars vs Carolina Hurricanes
Head-to-Head: Stars 1-0 Hurricanes
US TV: Victory+; Fan Duel Sports South; ESPN+
Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)
We open up NHL predictions with our featured game between the Dallas Stars and the Carolina Hurricanes. Jake Oettinger is expected to get the start for Dallas. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Stars are 4-3-3 in their previous 10 games, including five consecutive losses. Mikko Rantanen is first on the team in assists (41) and points (57). However, Olympic snub Jason Robertson is first in goals with 26.
Brandon Bussi is the probable starter for the Hurricanes, who are 4-5-1 in their last 10 games. However, Carolina did get a victory over the New Jersey Devils in their last time out. Sebastian Aho is first in assists (25) and points (42) so far this campaign. The Hurricanes lost the first meeting against the Stars by a 3-2 score.
Dallas is a solid team, but has struggled in its last few games. Carolina should get the victory.
Prediction: Hurricanes win 4-2.
