Nikolaj Ehlers scored just 46 seconds into the second period, setting the tone for the Carolina Hurricanes in their 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild. Goalie Frederik Andersen recovered from a rough start to stop the last 18 shots he faced, helping secure the win.
"Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) watches the puck with Minnesota Wild’s Marco Rossi (23) nearby during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Raleigh, N.C." – AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker
"Carolina Hurricanes’ Logan Stankoven (22) controls the puck in front of Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) during the second period." – AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker
"Minnesota Wild’s Zeev Buium (8) tries to backhand a shot around Carolina Hurricanes’ Joel Nystrom (64) in the first period." – AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker
"Minnesota Wild’s Joel Eriksson Ek (14) attempts a backhand shot at goalie Frederik Andersen (31) during the first period." – AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker
"Carolina Hurricanes’ Jordan Staal (11) exchanges blows with Minnesota Wild’s Tyler Pitlick (19) in the first period." – AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker
The Carolina Hurricanes edged out the Minnesota Wild with a strong second period start and solid goaltending from Andersen, finishing the game 4-3 in Raleigh.
Author's summary: Ehlers' quick goal and Andersen's crucial saves were pivotal in the Hurricanes' 4-3 win over the Wild, showcasing intense gameplay and resilience in Raleigh.