Projected Lineup: January 16 vs. Florida
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Key Points:
- The Carolina Hurricanes will likely be without William Carrier, sidelined for a third straight game with a lower-body injury, and Shayne Gostisbehere, who is doubtful due to illness and a lower-body issue.
- Defenseman Jaccob Slavin is expected to return to the lineup after sitting out for injury rehab, potentially playing back-to-back games for the first time this season.
- Goaltender Brandon Bussi will start his 21st NHL game, aiming to rebound from a recent loss and building on a strong performance against the Florida Panthers earlier this season.
- The Hurricanes recalled defenseman Joel Nystrom from their AHL affiliate, and Gostisbehere was confirmed to miss the game due to injury.
- The team's
