The Carolina Hurricanes returned to the ice for practice this morning and everyone available attended. The lines were unchanged as well as the defensive pairings.
K’Andre Miller stayed on the second powerplay unit replacing Alexander Nikishin like he did in the Philadelphia series. The rookie had performed very well there during the regular season but perhaps Brind’Amour does not trust him since his concussion. We will see how the powerplay performs this series.
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Out West, it looks like Cale Makar will not play tonight for the Avs.
In other news, the Canes signed 2024 draft pick, Noel Fransen to a three year entry level contract. The defenseman was drafted in the third round, 69th overall. More details are below.
The kid looks good and can skate like the wind. This was re-tweeted by our friend, Canes Prospects.
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