Preview: Round 1, Game 2 vs. Ottawa
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Key Points:
- Frederik Andersen delivered a 22-save shutout, leading the Hurricanes to a 2-0 win in Game 1 of the series.
- Young players Logan Stankoven and Jackson Blake combined for multiple points, marking a rare achievement for the Hurricanes' under-24 duo in playoff history.
- Goaltending decisions remain uncertain, with Andersen likely to start Game 2 after his strong performance, while Brandon Bussi awaits his playoff debut and Pyotr Kochetkov continues recovery from surgery.
- Ottawa struggled offensively in Game 1 but matched the Hurricanes in competitiveness, with Tim Stutzle leading shots and ice time and Linus Ullmark making 27 saves despite the loss.
- The Senators face uncertainty on defense following Artem Zub's Game 1 injury, potentially relying on their extensive blueliner depth as the series progresses.
