Cash 5 Results
For the Cash 5 draw on Saturday night, April 18, 2026, 01 09 23 40 41 returned following a -day absence in the North Carolina record. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 962,598 draws, the gap stands out as a long-horizon outlier.
Winning numbers for 1 draw on April 18, 2026 in North Carolina.
Draw times: Evening.
Our take on the Cash 5 results
April 18, 2026Cash 5 report — Saturday night, April 18, 2026: 01 09 23 40 41 shows a notable pattern
For the Cash 5 draw on Saturday night, April 18, 2026, 01 09 23 40 41 returned following a -day absence in the North Carolina record. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 962,598 draws, the gap stands out as a long-horizon outlier.
Overview
For the Cash 5 draw on Saturday night, April 18, 2026, 01 09 23 40 41 returned following a -day absence in the North Carolina record. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 962,598 draws, the gap stands out as a long-horizon outlier.
Combo Profile
Structurally, 01 09 23 40 41 has 5 distinct numbers with no repeats. The numbers span 1 to 41, a wide spread.
Why Droughts Matter
Deep gaps are context markers, not forward-looking - they highlight the tail behavior of the system. They make variance visible across extended windows.
Data Notes
Results are evaluated against historical frequency baselines where available. The goal is documentation and context rather than prediction.
From Stepzero
In summary: this series is designed to document distribution behavior over time for analysts and long-run tracking. The aim is context, not a call to action.
Additional Context
Distribution analysis depends on consistent documentation. Each draw updates the record, allowing analysts to test whether deviations persist, reverse, or revert to expected ranges.
Long-horizon measurement matters most when viewed across extended windows. As samples expand, the distribution becomes clearer and anomalies settle into their expected ranges.
Record-keeping at scale becomes the foundation for analysis. Each outcome, whether typical or unusual, contributes to the stability and clarity of the long-run picture.
Adding to the Long-Term Record
In the broader record, today's outcome adds a new point to the dataset by one more data point. The long-run picture sharpens as entries accrue.
Draw Results
How to play Cash 5
North Carolina Cash 5 is a nightly five-number game where players select five numbers from 1 through 43. Double Play can be added for a second drawing using the same base numbers.
- Select five numbers from 1 through 43 or choose Quick Pick.
- Optionally add Double Play and any other official add-ons shown on the play slip.
- Confirm the nightly draw on your ticket, then compare it to the official results after the drawing.