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Skjei skores. (Just came to me). Kochtkov seeing early action and standing tall. Couple good saves already.

A beauty from Brady! Nice pass from Martinook.

I'm tuning in tonight. No practice yesterday or a morning skate this today, so they may be fresh, but a little tight.

He was soft, cramping or not. No excuse for 2 of their 3 goals. Regardless, there are questions that need answers..

Andersen gets hurt and Kochetkov gets recalled from Chicago. Raanta and Kochetkov split time in the crease until Thursday night. Raanta gets pulled following the second intermission. He gave up 3 goals in 15 shots, and, giving Raanta the benefit of the doubt, 2 of them were soft. Andersen is skating in Raleigh and his return appears to be imminent, but it's only a matter of time before he's hurt again. So, with Andersen's $4.5M, Raanta's $2M and Kochetkov's $842k now and $2M starting next season, what are the Canes options? They can't assign either Andersen or Raanta to Chicago without waiving them first and see if they clear. Will they send Kochetkov back to Chicago once Andersen is healthy? Let's read your thoughts!

I also said 4 goals....

Fwiw, I noted the goalie change before any of you... And you all know that's the exception, not the rule.

Oooops. How about that!

Until that happens, though, RBA's tendency will let the Blues score 6 or 8 before he pulls Raanta.

Thanks for keeping this a close game, Raata. Without your effort, this could have been a shut out win.

Yeah, I'm switching over to the Bill's game. I don't think this is the Canes night.

Spending way too much time in their own end playing D. Got to get the cycle going and get some O-zone time.

Nobody on the weak side.

Absolutely have to pummel Binnington with shots from everywhere. I'll take 40 shots tonight and the Canes put 4 on the board. This is a very winnable game. And, if the Canes continue playing well, don't expect TT until it's necessary.

Last Time Out: Beginning a six-game stretch on the road Tuesday night in the Steel City, the Canes started their venture on the right foot. An early goal from Sidney Crosby put Carolina behind early, but middle period tallies from Martin Necas and Andrei Svechnikov flipped the game around. In the third it looked like the visitors would be able to ride out the game with the same 2-1 score, but Pittsburgh found success with the extra attacker on. Heading to overtime for the fifth time in their last seven games, Brett Pesce then put home a two-on-none with Andrei Svechnikov to give his team the win. Big Time Brett: Tuesday's game-winning goal for Brett Pesce was his second in as many contests. Saturday afternoon at PNC Arena he scored a late power play goal, advancing Carolina past the Calgary Flames. #22 now has a three-game point streak, totaling four points on the run. Heating Up: Speaking of three-game point streaks, Seth Jarvis, Stefan Noesen and Andrei Svechnikov all also join Pesce with at least one point in three consecutive contests. Volume Shooting: The Hurricanes outshot the Penguins 39-32 on Tuesday, and they have now outshot their opponents in 19 of 23 games in 2022-23, including all 12 of their wins. Carolina has registered 35 or more shots in 13 games this season, tied for the third-most such outings of any NHL team behind only NJD and FLA (both with 17). Small Movement: Wednesday afternoon the Canes acquired defenseman Zack Hayes from the Vegas Golden Knights. The 23-year-old was assigned to Chicago (AHL) after being acquired with hopes of assisting a young Wolves blue line. Brock Sheahan's squad is 5-9-2 to start the season, seventh in the Central Division. Almost Turbo Time?: Forward Teuvo Teravainen traveled with the team to begin the first leg of their six-game road stint, inching closer to returning to the lineup. The 28-year-old winger suffered a non-concussion upper-body injury on November 10 in the team's win over Edmonton. After skating with Max Pacioretty prior to the team's practice last week, Teravainen returned to team practice Monday morning in a yellow non-contract jersey, took part in Tuesday's morning skate and practiced again on Wednesday. Rod Brind'Amour has said that he is hopeful #86 can play at some point on this trip. On The Other Side: After an eight-game losing streak in October into November, the Blues responded with a seven-game win streak to come back to earth. Since the run (which has since ended) started on November 10, St. Louis has scored 39 goals, tied for third-most in the NHL. What's marveling is that their 68% penalty kill during that time is 28th in the league. Jordan Kyrou has led the offense since the second week in November, publishing 14 points in 11 games. Forwards: Jarvis - Aho - Necas Svechnikov - Kotkaniemi - Noesen Martinook - Staal - Fast Drury - Stastny - Stepan Defense: Slavin - Burns Skjei - Pesce de Haan - Chatfield Goalies: Raanta

https://variety.com/2022/music/news/christine-mcvie-dead-fleetwood-mac-singer-songwriter-1235445846/ Singer-songwriter-keyboardist Christine McVie, who enjoyed a long tenure in the London-bred band Fleetwood Mac before becoming a key contributor to the group’s multi-platinum success of the late ‘70s, died Nov. 30 after a short illness. She was 79. Her family released a statement, saying: “On behalf of Christine McVie’s family, it is with a heavy heart we are informing you of Christine’s death. She passed away peacefully at hospital this morning, Wednesday, November 30th 2022, following a short illness. She was in the company of her family. We kindly ask that you respect the family’s privacy at this extremely painful time, and we would like everyone to keep Christine in their hearts and remember the life of an incredible human being, and revered musician who was loved universally. RIP Christine McVie.” ---------------------------------- As classy an individual you'll find in what can be a nasty business.

Interesting move there. Wonder if it's a preparation move for next season knowing the Canes will likely not keep DeHaan, maybe Coghlan and Burns (never know when he'll retire).

His save percentage sucks because the Canes are giving up very few shots.

Rust made a similar hit on Jarvis earlier in the game behind the net, which sent Jarvis into the boards. When the opportunity presented itself again, Jarvis decided to go after Rust, who was 6' away from the boards and turned when Jarvis was incoming. Imagine that, Sullivan whining about officiating after a loss. Does that ever not happen in Pittsburgh? And, what Tripp said, "I'm not aware of any rule that says you can't play physical in OT."

Not getting any offensive zone time. One play or shot and out. Tripp was right, Pens are all sagging deep to the net- high slot is available.

Kochetkov gives up a grade school softie. Geez....

Last Time Out: The Canes finally snapped a five-game winless streak on Saturday, earning a much-needed victory over the Calgary Flames. After enduring a streak of six consecutive games without a power play goal from November 12-23, the team recorded two goals on the man advantage for a second consecutive day in the contest. Including a late game-winner from Brett Pesce, it was second occasion of the campaign already where the team has produced two or more power play goals in back-to-back games. Antti Raanta, making his first start since suffering a lower-body earlier in the week, turned away 18 of 20 to record his fourth victory of the season. Power Play Pesc: Carolina is now 4-0-0 all-time when Brett Pesce scores a power play goal. He has also earned a point on the man advantage in back-to-back games now and is already just one one point shy of matching his power play points total for the 2021-22 season. Man Advantage Tex: Forward Stefan Noesen recorded an assist on Martin Necas' power play goal Saturday, also giving him a power play point in two consecutive games. His three goals on the man advantage this season have him tied with Necas and Andrei Svechnikov for the team lead. 500th Marty Party: Canes forward Jordan Martinook is expected to play in his 500th career NHL game tonight. He currently ranks tied for fifth on the team in points through 22 games. Drafted in the second round by Phoenix in 2012, he is set to become the 19th player from the draft class to reach the milestone. Almost Turbo Time?: Forward Teuvo Teravainen traveled with the team to begin the first leg of their six-game road stint, inching closer to returning to the lineup. The 28-year-old winger suffered a non-concussion upper-body injury on November 10 in the team's win over Edmonton. After skating with Max Pacioretty prior to the team's practice last week, Teravainen returned to team practice Monday morning in a yellow non-contract jersey. Rod Brind'Amour said following the skate that he is hopeful #86 can play at some point on this trip. On The Other Side: Pittsburgh enters tonight's bout as one of the hotter teams in the league, going 7-2-1 in their last 10. Forward Sidney Crosby leads the way with 29 points in 20 games on the year, including 12 points in his last six games. Forward Evgeni Malkin played in his 1,000th NHL game last Sunday against Chicago. Their 76 goals as a team ranks tied for seventh in the NHL. CANES INJURY UPDATES Forward Ondrej Kase has been in concussion protocol since October 13. There is currently no timetable for his return. Goaltender Frederik Andersen suffered a lower-body injury on November 6. He skated with Goaltending Coach Paul Schonfelder Monday morning at Invisalign Arena. There is currently no timetable for his return. Forward Teuvo Teravainen suffered an upper-body injury on November 10. He practiced with the team on Monday and is on the trip. Forward Max Pacioretty suffered a torn Achilles tendon in August. He has been skating in recent weeks, but has yet to take part in a full team practice. There is currently no timetable for his return. Lineup: TT is out tonight and Coghlan is the healthy scratch as DeHaan continues to improve and get more comfortable in his role. Be nice to see the 4th line do something special tonight as the other 3 are gonna get a workout. Forwards: Jarvis - Aho - Necas Svechnikov - Kotkaniemi - Noesen Martinook - Staal - Fast Drury - Stastny - Stepan Defense: Slavin - Burns Skjei - Pesce de Haan - Chatfield Goalies: Kochetkov Raanta Scratches: Dylan Coghlan

Going to the Styx show in Greensboro in January. Have now seen this band live more than any other- probably 10-12 times. Never fail to put on a great show and tight set.

- 8-9 points and I'm very happy. Couple days rest before the Penguins, who are not playing all that well and look pretty old and slow these days. The Blues always give the Canes a tough game and the Islanders are a rivalry of sorts. Those are the 3 toughest games on the trip, although they cannot overlook and have a let-down against Detroit the night before they come home. Beating Pittsburgh to start the trip would be a huge confidence booster.

Positives were offensive zone time- Carolina worked hard at keeping the puck in the zone. Looked very good on the wrong end of a back-to-back weekend. A lot more shots taken from the face-off circles in. Not so good- another turn over in the middle of the ice leading to a breakaway goal. Canes, at times, had issues with Calgary's forecheck, and the flames got aggressive with it on their PK. 2 of 3 on the PP? Wow, about time. Brent Burns didn't take many shots (relatively speaking) and I actually saw him think twice about jumping in and, instead, he backed off to the blue line. Maybe he's finally starting to figure out his role. Jarvis is coming. He's young and still makes the occasional misread, but he's going to be really good. KK is starting to come around, but it's going to take a lot of making up with his contract, expectations and performance thus far. He lost at least 1 tooth Friday in Boston, and I thought he'd be down yesterday, but he played okay.... just okay. He was physical yesterday- I will give him that. Paul Stastny. If I hadn't heard his name on the PA getting credit for an assist, I wouldn't have known he was playing yesterday, and I was at the game. Maybe I'm wrong, but I had a lot more expectation of his veteran leadership and ability to bring a physical presence to the front of the net, like the Nino he replaced. But I've seen the very rare flash, but nothing that wows me. Matter of fact, that whole line is under-achieving and it's driving me nuts given the amount of experience.