Game 5 of the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs Eastern Conference Final is set for Wednesday as the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Florida Panthers at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. Following a dramatic Game 4, where Carolina fought off elimination with a decisive 3-0 victory, the stage is set for an intense showdown. The Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen delivered an impressive 20-save shutout, while Florida enters as a slight favorite at -116 on the money line.

With the over/under set at 5.5 goals, the Panthers are favored by 1.5 goals (+208) on the puck line, indicating a competitive matchup ahead. SportsLine's projection model has shown strong results, simulating every NHL game 10,000 times with a positive return for bettors following its picks. Fans seeking player props can keep an eye on key performances from players like Aaron Ekblad and Sebastian Aho, who both look to impact the game significantly.