US EditionHurricanes' Andersen, Oilers' Skinner enter Monday's playoff Game 4s on far different trajectories
- The Carolina Hurricanes, currently leading the series 2-1, will face the Washington Capitals in the fourth game of their matchup scheduled for Monday evening at 7 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Frederik Andersen of the Hurricanes has excelled in net since taking over the lead role, while Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner has struggled in the playoffs.
- Andersen has compiled a 5-2 record with an impressive 1.32 average goals allowed per game and a.940 save rate, ranking highest among goalies with multiple appearances, while Skinner has struggled with an 0-3 record, allowing an average of 5.36 goals per game and posting a.817 save percentage.
- Andersen acknowledged that he doesn't control who takes the shots, emphasizing that his role is to react to whatever opportunities arise and do everything he can to block them, demonstrating his determination despite the challenge.
- The stark contrast between Andersen’s strong performance and Skinner’s struggles highlights differing goaltending trajectories impacting their teams in these playoff series.
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The Billings Gazette
MissoulianAndersen, Skinner on different trajectories
RALEIGH, N.C. — Frederik Andersen has been playing so well in net for the Carolina Hurricanes that coach Rod Brind’Amour is staying with his hands-off approach when it comes to goaltenders.
The Bakersfield Californian
Hurricanes' Andersen, Oilers' Skinner enter Monday's playoff Game 4s on far different trajectories
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Frederik Andersen has been playing so well in net for the Carolina Hurricanes that coach Rod Brind'Amour is staying with his hands-off approach when it comes to goaltenders.
Hurricanes prospect Alexander Nikishin takes warmups before Game 4 but does not play
The Carolina Hurricanes made an interesting choice pregame. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour gave Alexander Nikishin a jersey ahead of Game 4, and the top prospect defenseman took warmups with his teammates. The 23-year-old rearguard, however, ultimately did not dress for the contest. Per Canes reporter Walt Ruff, the skate represented Nikishin’s first time on the ice before a game with the club. Alexander Nikishin is on the ice for warmups for the #…
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