It is very unlikely that Teravainen will be in the lineup on Friday, but with the injury to Patrick Kane (knee), it definitely opens the door for the talented Finn to potentially move into a top-6 role relatively quickly. He is undersized, but tremendously skilled, something other NHL teams probably don't think the Blackhawks need.
The 19-year-old Teravainen is considered the organization's top prospect. He completed his season in Finland on Sunday when his team, Jokerit, was eliminated from the playoffs in the Liiga. He finished tied for sixth in the league with 44 regular-season points. He had nine goals and 35 assists in 49 games. The Blackhawks may choose to be careful in rushing Teravainen to the NHL to give him time to adjust to being in the United States and reduce any high expectations placed on him right away. However, the injury to Patrick Kane last night, could open the door for Teravainen.
Khudobin stopped 31 of 33 shots but was a tough-luck 2-1 loser vs. Edmonton on Sunday. Khudobin has stopped 152 of 165 shots (.921 SV%) in March, but that has only resulted in a 1-3-0 record. He will look to record his 15th win of the season tonight in Columbus. Khudobin has gone 1-1-0 with 2.50 GAA and .896 SV% vs. the Blue Jackets this season.
Khudobin stopped 31 of 33 shots but was a tough-luck 2-1 loser vs. Edmonton on Sunday. Khudobin has stopped 152 of 165 shots (.921 SV%) in March, but that has only resulted in a 1-3-0 record. He will look to record his 15th win of the season tonight in Columbus. Khudobin has gone 1-1-0 with 2.50 GAA and .896 SV% vs. the Blue Jackets this season.
It was originally announced that Ward was expected to get the nod, but the morning skate is suggesting otherwise. We will wait to see who leaves the ice first to give an official answer.
Khudobin allowed four goals on 22 shots in a loss to the Devils on March 8. He took a seat for the last three games, but with Cam Ward starting yesterday, Khudobin gets the call in the second game of the back-to-back set. He has a strong matchup at home vs. the Oilers.
Teravainen, 19, was drafted by the Blackhawks in the first round (19th overall) in 2012, had nine goals and 35 assists (44 points) in 48 games with Jokerit this season. . He signed an entry-level deal with the Blackhawks in August. According to a source, Finland is expected to give Teravainen its blessing to play for the Blackhawks and provide him an opportunity to be a part of the Stanley Cup playoffs instead of asking him to play for his country in the World Championship.
Khudobin allowed three goals on 43 shots in a loss to the Rangers last night. It was the fourth straight game that Khudobin has faced more than 30 shots, a streak that should come to an end against a Devils team who ranks 29th in shots. Khudobin is 1-2-0 with a 2.29 GAA and .936 SV% in March.
Khudobin allowed two goals on 37 shots in a 3-2 victory over the Sharks on Tuesday. The win snapped a three-game losing streak for Khudobin. Tonight he will get the call against the Rangers as he continues to solidify himself as the Hurricanes' clear number-1. Khudobin has gone 8-4-0 with a 1.89 GAA and .933 SV% in 12 starts at PNC Arena this season.
Khudobin allowed two goals on 37 shots in a 3-2 victory over the Sharks on Tuesday. The win snapped a three-game losing streak for Khudobin. Tonight it appears he will get the call against the Rangers as he continues to solidify himself as the Hurricanes' clear number-1. Khudobin has gone 8-4-0 with a 1.89 GAA and .933 SV% in 12 starts at PNC Arena this season.
Khudobin stopped 28 of 30 shots in a 3-1 loss to the Kings on Saturday. He has a three-game losing streak while posting a 2.67 GAA and .907 SV%. He enters play in the SAP Center with a 5-4-0 road record with a 2.56 GAA and .919 SV% away from home. He draws a tough matchup vs. a high-scoring Sharks team who have won four of five.
The Hurricanes were exploring the option of trading on of their three goalies, but with this signing it will come down to Cam Ward or Justin Peters. Khudobin has been great in his first season in Carolina and this contract shows that. He is expected to get the nod tonight in San Jose.
Khudobin stopped 28 of 30 shots in a 3-1 loss to the Kings on Saturday. He has a three-game losing streak while posting a 2.67 GAA and .907 SV%. He enters play in the SAP Center with a 5-4-0 road record with a 2.56 GAA and .919 SV% away from home. He draws a tough matchup vs. a high-scoring Sharks team who have won four of five.
The Hurricanes did not play well in front on Khudobin on Thursday. It resulted in three goals against on 33 shots in the loss to the Stars. They will look to improve this afternoon in Los Angeles. The Kings sit 27th in the NHL in goals, so it is a good matchup for Dobby.
Khudobin continues the Canes' goalie shuffle after Ward started Carolina's first game back from the Olympic break on Tuesday.
Khudobin allowed one goal on 35 shots in a 5-1 win over the Panthers last night. The great outing has earned him another start tonight vs. the Canadiens. Khudobin has won six of his last eight while holding opponents to just 2.13 goals per game. Continue to ride the hot streak.
Khudobin allowed two goals on 27 shots in a 2-1 loss to the Jets on Tuesday. He was given a rest-day on Wednesday, but will get the start tonight with the Panthers in town. It is a great matchup for a goaltender who is at the top of his game right now.
Khudobin stopped 27 of 28 shots in a win over the Blues on Friday. Khudobin was named the first star of the month of January going 10-4-0 with a 2.19 GAA and .927 SV%. He will see his starts cut a little bit with the return of Cam Ward, but as long as he continues to play well he gives the Hurricanes the best chance to win.
Khudobin stopped 27 of 28 shots in a win over the Blues on Friday. Khudobin was named the first star of the month of January going 10-4-0 with a 2.19 GAA and .927 SV%. He will probably see his starts cut a little bit with the return of Cam Ward, but as long as he continues to play well he gives the Hurricanes the best chance to win.
Weber participated in the Predators morning skate which is a good sign that he will be in the lineup tonight. Monitor his status around 7:30 p.m. EST when warmups is scheduled to start.
