Minnesota Matchup: Projected Lineup for November 19

The Carolina Hurricanes are set to face the Minnesota Wild in an exciting matchup on November 19. In this game, Frederik Andersen is poised to start as the goaltender for the Hurricanes. This marks his 11th appearance of the season. The 36-year-old goalie recently experienced an overtime loss against Edmonton, but the team is optimistic about his performance.

Impact of Injuries on Carolina’s Lineup

In terms of player fitness, Jalen Chatfield will not participate in tonight’s game due to a concussion. However, he is nearing a return and participated in morning skate with rookie Domenick Fensore. This suggests that Carolina will maintain the same defensive lineup that was crucial in their recent victory over Boston.

There are no adjustments expected in the forward group as Jesperi Kotkaniemi is still recovering from an ankle injury and remains sidelined. Additionally, Charles Alexis Legault, who has a hand injury, is expected to be out for 3-4 months, while Jaccob Slavin is categorized as “out for a while” with a lower-body injury.

Projected Lineup for November 19

The expected lineup for the Hurricanes against the Wild is as follows:

• Forwards:
  • Svechnikov – Aho – Jarvis
  • Ehlers – Stankoven – Blake
  • Carrier – Staal – Martinook
  • Hall – Jankowski – Robinson
• Defensemen:
  • Gostisbehere – Walker
  • Miller – Nystrom
  • Nikishin – Reilly
• Starting Goaltender: Andersen

Injury Report

The following players are listed as injured:

• Jalen Chatfield: Concussion | Day-To-Day
• Jesperi Kotkaniemi: Ankle Injury | No Timetable for Return
• Charles Alexis Legault: Hand Injury | Out for 3-4 Months (from Nov. 11)
• Jaccob Slavin: Lower-Body Injury | “Out for a While” (as of Oct. 14)

Power Play Units

The Hurricanes will also utilize two power play units during the game:

• PP1: Aho, Ehlers, Jarvis, Svechnikov with Gostisbehere
• PP2: Blake, Hall, Stankoven with Miller and Walker

This upcoming clash against the Minnesota Wild promises to be a key test for the Carolina Hurricanes, especially considering their recent injury challenges. Fans will be eager to see how the team adapts and performs on November 19.