When: Tuesday, February 8, 7 p.m. EST
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Canes Record:31-9-3 (65 Points, 1st - Metropolitan Division)
Canes Last Game:4-3 Overtime Loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday, February 7.
Senators Record:15-22-4 (34 Points, 7th - Atlantic Division)
Senators Last Game:4-1 Win over the New Jersey Devils on Monday, February 7.
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About Last Night:The Canes played a hard-fought battle last night in Toronto that ultimately led them to one point before coming up short in overtime. Former Hurricane Petr Mrazek was strong throughout in net, turning away several opportunities that would have either extended Carolina's lead or put them out in front. The effort was certainly there and that was pleasing to Head Coach Rod Brind'Amour, who said admittedly going in that he wasn't sure what he was going to get from his group in their first outing post-All-Star break.
Antti Up:With Frederik Andersen playing last night it appears likely that Antti Raanta will have the start this evening for the Canes. Raanta was stellar last Saturday night against New Jersey, stopping 24 of 25 shots faced in his first game played after missing four weeks due to injury.
Keep Stacking Points:With another last night the Canes now have points in nine of their last 11 contests. This week they'll be making up a few of their games in hand and four teams being within six points of one another atop the Metropolitan Division at the moment, every single point counts.
Just Fine Away From Home:Rod Brind'Amour's club is 15-5-2 away from PNC Arena this season, matching the New York Rangers for the most wins on the road among any team in the NHL this season.
Kotkaniemi Out:Sunday afternoon the team announced that forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi has entered COVID-19 Protocol, rendering him out of commission for at least last night and tonight. They are the first games missed of the season for the 21-year-old center, who totaled 20 points in the club's first 42 games.
Tervainen TBD:Teuvo Teravainen (lower-body injury) did not play Monday night. He was a game-time decision but ultimately Josh Leivo stepped into the role. #86 suffered the injury on January 21 vs. the New York Rangers.
Additional Notes:
Milestone Watch: Antti Raanta is one win shy of 100 in his NHL career. Derek Stepan is one point shy of 500 for his NHL career.
What Color Are We Wearing?:The team will be wearing their white sweaters tonight.
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