Projected Lineup: Round 1, Game 3 at Ottawa
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Key Points:
- The Carolina Hurricanes are expected to keep the same lineup for Game 3 against the Ottawa Senators, with Frederik Andersen starting in goal despite missing the optional morning skate.
- Andersen has been outstanding in the playoffs, posting a .967 save percentage and a 0.78 goals-against average, including a shutout in Game 1 and strong performance in Game 2.
- The Hurricanes will deploy the same 18 skaters from the first two games, with key players like Logan Stankoven aiming to extend their postseason scoring streaks.
- Special teams feature Jordan Staal primarily taking faceoffs on power plays, with strategic line changes depending on faceoff wins to maintain offensive pressure.
- No injuries are reported, and scratches include Nicolas Deslauriers, Pyotr Kochetkov, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, and Mike Reilly.
