Carolina Hurricanes Rest Key Players: Brind’Amour, Fensore Set for Debuts Against Canadiens
Carolina’s Lineup Shakeup
The Carolina Hurricanes are shaking up their lineup for their game against the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday. Seven key players will sit out, including Sebastian Aho, Jordan Staal, and Jaccob Slavin. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour cited rest as the reason for the absences:
They need a break. They’ve played a lot of hockey. It’s a good time to give some guys a rest.
— Rod Brind’Amour, Carolina Hurricanes Head Coach
Rookies Ready for the Spotlight
The vacant spots on the ice will be filled by rookies ready to make their mark. Skyler Brind’Amour, son of the head coach, and Domenick Fensore are set to make their NHL debuts. Brind’Amour, a Raleigh native, ranks third in goals for the Wolves, while Fensore leads Chicago’s defensemen in scoring.
Bradly Nadeau, another Wolves standout, will also suit up for his second NHL game. The 18-year-old leads the AHL in goals and is just the third teenager to score 30 goals in the last 50 years. He told reporters, “I’m just excited to be here, to get another chance to play in the NHL.”
Goaltending Decision: Kochetkov Between the Pipes
Pyotr Kochetkov will start in net for the Hurricanes. The 25-year-old goaltender has faced Montreal just once in his career, earning a shutout.
Tonight’s Projected Lineup
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Forwards
- Svechnikov – Kotkaniemi – Hall
- Robinson – Jankowski – Roslovic
- Carrier – Brind’Amour – Stankoven
- Jost – Nadeau
Defense
- Orlov – Burns
- Gostisbehere – Walker
- Stillman – Morrow
- Fensore
Goaltenders
- Kochetkov
- [Backup: Andersen]
Tonight’s Betting Odds
At the time of publishing, Fanatics Sportsbook has the Hurricanes listed at +100.
Injuries and Scratches
- Jesper Fast (Neck | Out for 2024-25 season)
- Sebastian Aho, Jackson Blake, Jalen Chatfield, Seth Jarvis, Jordan Martinook, Jaccob Slavin, Jordan Staal (Rest)
FAQs
- How many games have Pyotr Kochetkov and the Hurricanes played against the Canadiens this season?
- This is the second game of the season series between the Hurricanes and Canadiens. Kochetkov has faced Montreal once, earning a shutout.
- Who leads the Hurricanes in goals this season?
- Sebastian Aho leads the Hurricanes with 37 goals this season.
Pro Tip
To keep up-to-date with the Hurricanes’ lineup changes, follow the team’s official Twitter account (@NHLHurricanes)
Final Thoughts
With key players rested and rookies ready, the Hurricanes’ tonight’s game against the Canadiens promises an exciting mix of experience and youth. Who will step up to lead theCanes to victory? Stay tuned to find out!
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