Carolina Hurricanes News

With Pyotr Kochetkov (undisclosed) still sidelined, Bussi will likely tend the twine for his first career start on Tuesday against the San Jose Sharks, giving Frederik Andersen the night off in the team's third game of the season. The 27-year-old Bussi spent the entirety of the 2023-24 season in the AHL with the Providence Bruins, posting a 2.77 GAA and .907 SV% in 33 games (15-14-3). The Hurricanes enter the action on Tuesday as -244 road favorites against a Sharks team that has scored nine goals through its first two games (0-0-2).

Anthony Stolarz and the Maple Leafs surrendered the game-deciding goal in the final minute of yesterday's disappointing 3-2 loss to the Detroit Red Wings. The Maple Leafs will hope to rebound in Tuesday's contest against the Nashville Predators, turning to Cayden Primeau for his first start as a Maple Leaf. The 26-year-old Primeau was acquired last week to accommodate the absence of Joseph Woll (personal). Primeau appeared in 11 games with the Montreal Canadiens last season (2-3-1), posting a 4.70 GAA and .836 SV%. The Maple Leafs enter Tuesday's contest as -177 home favorites against a Predators team that defeated the Ottawa Senators 4-1 yesterday.

Philp has played both Oilers games to start the 2025-26 season but will be a healthy scratch on Tuesday against the New York Rangers to accommodate the debut of newcomer Jack Roslovic. The 27-year-old Philp has one goal this season.

The Hurricanes likely entered the season with the intention of Frederik Andersen and Pyotr Kochetkov splitting time between the pipes, but with Kochetkov battling an undisclosed injury, Andersen gets the easy call for their season-opening matchup against the New Jersey Devils. The 36-year-old Andersen has battled injuries recently and was limited to only 22 appearances last season (13-8-1), posting a 2.50 GAA and .899 SV%. The Hurricanes enter Thursday's contest as -167 home favorites against a Devils team that finished the 2024-25 season mid-pack offensively, averaging 2.95 goals per game.

Kochetkov was absent from practice the past few days and will not suit up for Thursday's season opener against the New Jersey Devils. The 26-year-old Kochetkov posted a 2.60 GAA and .897 SV% in 47 appearances last season (27-16-3). Hurricanes' head coach Rod Brind'Amour stated that Kochetkov aggravated something in practice and "hasn't been getting better." If Kochetkov is unable to play, expect Frederik Andersen to be between the pipes.

The Hurricanes likely entered the season with the intention of Frederik Andersen and Pyotr Kochetkov splitting time between the pipes, but with Kochetkov battling an undisclosed injury, Andersen gets the easy call for their season-opening matchup against the New Jersey Devils. The 36-year-old Andersen has battled injuries recently and was limited to only 22 appearances last season (13-8-1), posting a 2.50 GAA and .899 SV%. The Hurricanes enter Thursday's contest as -167 home favorites against a Devils team that finished the 2024-25 season mid-pack offensively, averaging 2.95 goals per game.

Kochetkov was absent from practice on Wednesday and is questionable for Thursday's season opener against the New Jersey Devils. The 26-year-old Kochetkov posted a 2.60 GAA and .897 SV% in 47 appearances last season (27-16-3). If Kochetkov is unable to play, expect Frederik Andersen to be between the pipes.

With Joseph Woll (personal) away from the team, the Maple Leafs claimed Primeau off waivers to add some organizational depth to their crease. The 26-year-old Primeau was limited to only 11 games in the 2024-25 season (7-2-3), posting a forgettable 4.70 GAA and .836 SV%.

Chatfield was absent from practice on Monday due to an undisclosed injury but will likely be ready for Carolina's season opener on Thursday against the New Jersey Devils. The 29-year-old Chatfield was effective in a shutdown role for the Hurricanes last season, averaging 18:53 time-on-ice and recording 18 points (7G / 11A).

Kotkaniemi was cleared for contact and returned to team practice on Monday, but it's unclear if he will be ready for Carolina's season opener on Thursday against the New Jersey Devils. The 25-year-old Kotkaniemi, the third-overall pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, scored 33 points (12G / 21A) in 78 games last season.

Kotkaniemi is inching closer to a return but still has not been cleared for contact. The 25-year-old Kotkaniemi, the third-overall pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, scored 33 points (12G / 21A) in 78 games last season. It's unclear when he will return to full-contact drills at practice.