The upcoming clash between the New Jersey Devils and the Carolina Hurricanes showcases two teams with distinct lineups and recent performances. Scheduled for 5 p.m. ET, this match promises an engaging contest as both teams vie for playoff positioning.
Projected Lineups for Devils vs. Hurricanes Clash
New Jersey Devils Lineup
The Devils, currently holding a record of 37 wins, 32 losses, and 2 overtime losses, hope to build on their recent victory. Their projected lineup is as follows:
- Timo Meier — Nico Hischier — Dawson Mercer
- Jesper Bratt — Jack Hughes — Connor Brown
- Evgenii Dadonov — Cody Glass — Lenni Hameenaho
- Paul Cotter — Nick Bjugstad — Maxim Tsyplakov
- Defense: Jonas Siegenthaler — Dougie Hamilton
- Luke Hughes — Johnathan Kovacevic
- Brenden Dillon — Simon Nemec
- Goalies: Jacob Markstrom, Jake Allen
Players who will not participate include Dennis Cholowski (scratched), while injuries affect Stefan Noesen (knee), Zack MacEwen (ACL), Brett Pesce (lower body), and Arseny Gritsyuk (undisclosed).
Carolina Hurricanes Lineup
The Hurricanes, boasting a record of 45 wins, 20 losses, and 6 overtime losses, are well-positioned entering this matchup. Their expected lineup includes:
- Andrei Svechnikov — Sebastian Aho — Seth Jarvis
- Taylor Hall — Logan Stankoven — Jackson Blake
- Nikolaj Ehlers — Jordan Staal — Jordan Martinook
- William Carrier — Mark Jankowski — Eric Robinson
- Defense: Jaccob Slavin — Jalen Chatfield
- K’Andre Miller — Sean Walker
- Shayne Gostisbehere — Alexander Nikishin
- Goalies: Brandon Bussi, Frederik Andersen
Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Nicolas Deslauriers, and Mike Reilly will be absent due to scratches, while Pyotr Kochetkov is dealing with a lower-body injury.
Injury Updates
Shayne Gostisbehere, who has been sidelined for the last nine games due to a lower-body issue, returned to practice on Friday and is anticipated to play. Meanwhile, the Devils are keeping their lineup unchanged following their recent 4-2 win against the Nashville Predators.
This matchup is critical for both teams as they seek to secure their positions heading into the playoff stretch. Fans can expect an exciting game as the Devils and Hurricanes face off.
