Carolina Hurricanes News

Andersen is expected to start vs. Washington on Thursday in Game 5.

The Hurricanes can advance to the Eastern Conference Finals with a victory on Thursday in Game 5, rolling with Andersen between the pipes. Andersen has been excellent for the Hurricanes through eight games this postseason (6-2), boasting a 1.41 GAA and .935 SV%. The Hurricanes enter Game 5 as -164 road favorites against the Washington Capitals.

Frederik Andersen
Andersen will start Game 4 vs. the Capitals.

Andersen will make his eighth start of the post-season when the Hurricanes host the Capitals in Game 4 on Monday. Andersen turned in another stellar performance in Game 3, stopping all 21 shots he faced in the 4-0 shutout victory. The 35-year-old netminder is leading the NHL Playoffs with a remarkable .940 SV% and 1.32 GAA. The Hurricanes enter action on Monday at -236 on the money line.

Frederik Andersen
Andersen will start vs. Washington on Saturday in Game 3.

Andersen allowed two goals on 20 shots (.900 SV%) in Carolina's Game 2 loss to the Washington Capitals, evening the series at 1-1. The 35-year-old netminder has a stellar 1.55 GAA and .930 SV% in six games this postseason (4-2). The Hurricanes enter Game 3 as sizeable -238 home favourites against the Capitals.

Frederik Andersen
Jankowski (undisclosed) will not play in Game 2 in Washington.

Jankowski left Game 1 on Tuesday with an undisclosed injury after just 6:17 TOI and was a game-time decision for Game 2 in Washington on Tuesday. The 30-year-old depth center has been enjoying his time in Carolina since being acquired at the trade deadline, with eight goals and an assist in 22 games between the regular season and the playoffs.

Mark Jankowski
Andersen will start Game 2 in Washington.

After posting a .936 SV% in Carolina's opening round win, Frederik Andersen introduced himself to Washington with a 13-save (.929 SV%) win over the Capitals in Game 1. The 35-year-old veteran struggled through injuries and setbacks during the regular season, which led to him posting an .899 SV% and 2.50 GAA in 22 appearances, but has bounced back nicely in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. He will look to take a 2-0 series lead as Carolina heads to Washington for Game 2 on Thursday, who is averaging 3.16 GAA through their six playoff games thus far.

Frederik Andersen
Andersen is expected to start Game 2 in Washington on Thursday.

After posting a .936 SV% in Carolina's opening round win, Frederik Andersen introduced himself to Washington with a 13-save (.929 SV%) win over the Capitals in Game 1. The 35-year-old veteran struggled through injuries and setbacks during the regular season, which led to him posting an .899 SV% and 2.50 GAA in 22 appearances, but has bounced back nicely in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. He will look to take a 2-0 series lead as Carolina heads to Washington for Game 2 on Thursday, who is averaging 3.16 GAA through their six playoff games thus far.

Frederik Andersen
Jankowski (undisclosed) will be a game-time decision for Game 2 vs. Washington on Thursday.

Jankowski left Game 1 on Tuesday with an undisclosed injury after just 6:17 TOI and will be a game-time decision for Game 2 in Washington on Tuesday. The 30-year-old depth center has been enjoying his time in Carolina since being acquired at the trade deadline, with eight goals and an assist in 22 games between the regular season and the playoffs.

Mark Jankowski
Andersen (undisclosed) will start Game 1 in Washington.

Andersen was excellent in Round 1, going 3-1 with a 1.59 GAA and .936 SV% in three and a half games, before getting hurt midway through Game 4. With the lengthy break between Round 1 and Round 2 for the Hurricanes, Andersen is back to 100 percent and looking to continue his strong play vs. the Capitals. He was 1-0-1 while allowing five goals on 49 shots (.898 SV%) in two starts vs. Washington this season.

Frederik Andersen
Ehlers (lower-body) is on the ice for warmups and is expected to play in Game 6.

Ehlers has been out since April 12th with a lower-body injury he suffered in a collision with a referee in Chicago. His return comes at a perfect time because the Jets are missing Mark Scheifele due to an undisclosed injury he suffered in Game 5. Before getting hurt, Ehlers was having one of the best seasons of his career, scoring 24 goals with 39 assists (63 points) in 69 games.

Nikolaj Ehlers
Ehlers (lower-body) will be a game-time decision for Game 6 in St. Louis on Friday.

Ehlers has only played twice in the last fours weeks but will make his 2024-25 playoff debut on Friday in Game 6. The Jets lead their series 3-2 over the St. Louis Blues and have been cautious with Ehler's return to the lineup after reaggravating an injury after attempting to return late in the season. The 29-year-old Ehlers scored 63 points (24G / 39A) in 63 games this season.

Nikolaj Ehlers
Andersen (undisclosed) was a full participant in practice on Friday and is expected to return for Carolina's second series.

Andersen exited Game 4 in round one in the second period after an awkward collision due to an undisclosed injury. He was replaced by Pyotr Kochetkov, who started and won Game 5, helping Carolina advance to the second round. The 35-year-old Andersen has been practicing regularly and could return to the crease at the start of the second round.

Frederik Andersen
Ehlers (lower-body) will travel with Winnipeg for Game 6 in St. Louis but is expected to remain out.

Ehlers has only played twice in the last fours weeks and will likely await his 2024-25 playoff debut despite travelling with the team for Game 6. The Jets lead their series 3-2 over the St. Louis Blues and continue to be cautious with Ehlers' return. The 29-year-old Ehlers scored 63 points (24G / 39A) in 63 games this season.

Nikolaj Ehlers
Andersen (undisclosed) is expected to practice on Friday and determine his status from there.

Andersen exited Game 4 in the second period after an awkward collision due to an undisclosed injury. He was replaced by Pyotr Kochetkov, who started and won Game 5, helping Carolina advance to the second round. The Hurricanes likely have several more rest days before the second round commences, allowing the team some time to determine Andersen's status.

Frederik Andersen
Carolina has signed Taylor Hall to a three-year, $9.501 million contract extension ($3.167 million AAV).

The Hurricanes acquired Hall in a trade from the Chicago Blackhawks midseason and was a effective player in a secondary role with the club. The 33-year-old Hall scored 18 points (9G / 9A) in 31 games with the Hurricanes. He had 28 points (11G / 17A) in 56 games with the Blackhawks over the previous two seasons. The former Hart trophy winner has been a solid offensive contributor through one round of the 2024-25 playoffs as well, scoring three points (1G / 2A) in five games.

Taylor Hall
Kochetkov will start Game 5 vs. New Jersey on Tuesday.

Frederik Andersen exited Game 4 due to an undisclosed injury and will be sidelined for Game 5, allowing Kochetkov to tend the twine. Kochetkov was solid in relief in Game 4, saving 14 of 15 shots (.933 SV%) in the 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils. His last start was on April 16th when he allowed three goals on 21 shots (.857 SV%) in a 4-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. The 25-year-old goalie has seven career playoff appearances (1-4), posting a 3.73 GAA and .870 SV%. The Hurricanes enter Game 5 on Tuesday as sizeable -262 home favorites against the Devils.

Pyotr Kochetkov