The Carolina Hurricanes are set to face off against the Edmonton Oilers on November 15. Preparation for the game has been hampered by injury concerns among key players.
Injury Updates
Forward Seth Jarvis is a game-time decision. He suffered an eye injury during the first period of the previous night’s victory against the Vancouver Canucks. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour remains optimistic but will assess Jarvis’s condition after warmups.
If Jarvis cannot play, Bradly Nadeau is poised to take his place. Nadeau recently made an impact by scoring his first NHL goal on October 30. He has participated in six games with the Hurricanes this season.
Another setback for the team is Jesperi Kotkaniemi, who left the last match with an ankle issue. He will not be available for the upcoming game. Mark Jankowski will replace him and play alongside Taylor Hall and Eric Robinson. Brind’Amour does not anticipate a lengthy absence for Kotkaniemi.
Player Performances
On a more positive note, Nikolaj Ehlers has extended his scoring streak to six games. The forward has contributed significantly, notching points in ten of the last twelve games. Ehlers has partnered well with Logan Stankoven and Jackson Blake at even strength and on the power play.
Projected Lineup Against Edmonton
- Forwards:
- Svetchnikov – Aho – Jarvis/Nadeau
- Ehlers – Stankoven – Blake
- Carrier – Staal – Martinook
- Hall – Jankowski – Robinson
- Defense:
- Gostisbehere – Walker
- Miller – Nystrom
- Nikishin – Reilly
- Starting Goaltender:
- Frederik Andersen
Injury Report
| Player | Condition | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jalen Chatfield | Upper-Body Injury | No Timetable for Return |
| Jesperi Kotkaniemi | Lower-Body Injury | No Timetable for Return |
| Charles Alexis Legault | Hand Injury | Out 3-4 Months From Nov. 11 |
| Jaccob Slavin | Lower-Body Injury | “Out for a While” as of Oct. 14 |
As the Hurricanes prepare for their clash against the Oilers, they aim to secure another victory despite the ongoing injury challenges.
