Carolina Hurricanes Projected Lineup for December 13 in Philadelphia
The Carolina Hurricanes are set to compete against the Philadelphia Flyers on December 13. This matchup will feature Pyotr Kochetkov as the starting goaltender. After experiencing his first defeat of the season against San Jose, Kochetkov aims to rebound in this pivotal game.
Projected Lineup for December 13
Kochetkov holds a solid record against the Flyers, with five wins in six appearances and a .932 save percentage. The Hurricanes, who are vying for their third consecutive victory, are expected to maintain their current lineup without changes.
Current Player Lineup
- Forwards:
- Svechnikov – Aho – Jarvis
- Ehlers – Stankoven – Blake
- Carrier – Staal – Martinook
- Hall – Jankowski – Robinson
- Defense:
- Miller – Walker
- Gostisbehere – Chatfield
- Nikishin – Nystrom
Injuries and Scratches
Two key players are dealing with injuries:
- Charles Alexis Legault: Hand Injury (Out for 3-4 Months since Nov. 11)
- Jaccob Slavin: Lower-Body Injury (Practicing and nearing a return)
Additionally, Jesperi Kotkaniemi and Mike Reilly will be scratched from the lineup.
Power Play Units
The Hurricanes have experienced power play setups:
- Power Play Unit 1: Aho, Jarvis, Staal (Blake), Svechnikov, Gostisbehere
- Power Play Unit 2: Ehlers, Hall, Stankoven, Nikishin, Walker
As the Hurricanes look to seize a victory on the road, they remain focused on their performance against the Flyers. The upcoming game is crucial for Kochetkov and the entire team as they prepare for a rematch in Raleigh the following night.
