Atlanta at Carolina

Carolina is in first place in the Southeast Division but they have some serious problems. Their defense allowes 3.2 goals per game. Their power play defense is horrendous and their offense has escaped them of late. Atlanta is not a great team by any means but they do have the NHL's leading scorer and that could spell trouble for the Hurricanes tonight. Despite their mediocre overall record, the Thrashers are 10-5 this season vs. good offensive opponents (those averaging 29+ shots on goal and 17%+ conversion per game). Carolina is just a .500 team the past two seasons at home and as a favorite.