Projected Lineup Revealed for January 19 Match Against Buffalo
The Carolina Hurricanes are set to welcome back William Carrier for their upcoming match against the Buffalo Sabres on January 19. Carrier’s return follows a four-game absence due to a lower-body injury, significantly bolstering the team’s forward lineup.
Injury Updates
Despite Carrier’s return, the Hurricanes will remain without defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere. He is sidelined for a third straight game due to re-aggravating a prior lower-body injury. Meanwhile, rookie Joel Nystrom, called up from the Chicago Wolves, is expected to retain his position on the ice.
Veteran Mike Reilly is anticipated to serve as a healthy scratch for the second consecutive match. In goal, Brandon Bussi will take his turn in the rotation, boasting an impressive record of 17 wins, 3 losses, and 1 overtime loss in his first 21 NHL appearances. His recent performance included stopping 15 out of 16 shots against the Florida Panthers.
Projected Lineup for January 19 Match Against Buffalo
| Forwards | Defensemen | Goaltender |
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Injury Report
- Shayne Gostisbehere: Lower-Body Injury | Day-To-Day
- Pyotr Kochetkov: Hip Surgery | Likely Out For The Year
- Charles Alexis Legault: Hand Injury | Out 3-4 Months
- Noah Philp: Concussion Protocol | No Timetable For Return
Jordan Staal is taking faceoffs with the first power play unit. If he wins the faceoff, he stays on the ice; if the puck exits the zone, Nikolaj Ehlers substitutes in.
The matchup against the Buffalo Sabres is crucial as the Hurricanes aim to leverage their roster changes to secure a victory. Keep an eye on the dynamic shifts in both offense and defense as the game approaches.
