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NHL Predictions: Carolina Hurricanes vs Calgary Flames, October 18

We have another round of NHL predictions for Sunday's slate of games. There are two games on tap in this edition of NHL Predictions. However, our main games is going to be the 7-1-1 Carolina Hurricanes and the 1-6 Calgary…

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 1:23 PM
NHL Predictions: Carolina Hurricanes vs Calgary Flames, October 18
Key Things to Know
  • The 7-1-1 Carolina Hurricanes face the 1-6 Calgary Flames in Sunday's featured NHL matchup.
  • Carolina has secured seven consecutive victories after dropping the first two games of the season.
  • Calgary has suffered losses in six of its first seven games heading into the contest.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Last Word On Hockey previews Sunday's NHL slate, focusing on a matchup between the 7-1-1 Carolina Hurricanes and the struggling 1-6 Calgary Flames. Carolina enters the contest on a seven-game winning streak after opening the season with two losses, while Calgary has dropped six of its first seven games.

The preview also examines the game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Minnesota Wild. Cam Talbot is expected to start in goal for Columbus, while Jesper Wallstedt is confirmed to start for Minnesota, with the writer projecting a 4-2 victory for the Wild.

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