The Carolina Hurricanes aim to extend their series lead against the Washington Capitals in Game 4 of the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs conference semifinals. Carolina currently leads the series 2-1 following a decisive 4-0 victory in Game 3. The game is scheduled for Monday at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC, starting at 7 p.m. ET.
Betting odds position Carolina as a strong favorite (-267 moneyline) while Washington is the underdog (+217). The total goals over/under is 5.5, and the Hurricanes are favored on the puck line at -1.5 (+102).
According to the SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates every NHL game 10,000 times, it has a strong record in the 2025 NHL playoffs. Entering the second week of the conference semifinals, it is 79-55 on top-rated puck-line and over/under betting picks, providing over $1,600 in profit for $100 bettors. Those who have followed the model`s advice have seen solid returns.
A suggested wager is on the Capitals +1.5 puck line at -123 odds. The 4-0 loss in Game 3 was an anomaly for Washington, and the model expects a tighter scoreline in Game 4. The Capitals have shown resilience, having won Game 4 in their previous series against the Canadiens and rebounding to win Game 2 against Carolina after losing Game 1. The SportsLine model forecasts the Capitals covering the puck line in more than 70% of simulations.
A further pick is Logan Thompson to face over 27.5 shots on goal, offered at -105 odds. The Capitals` netminder has been kept busy throughout the playoffs, with Carolina`s high-powered offense consistently generating shots. Thompson has faced 28 or more shots in seven of his eight playoff appearances, suggesting the Hurricanes will likely continue to pressure him in Game 4.
An prop bet pick is for Alex Ovechkin to record 4 or more shots on goal, available at +115 odds. Although Ovechkin hasn`t scored in this series so far, he remains active offensively, regularly shooting. He has achieved four or more shots in three of his last five outings.
