After a tough loss to the Detroit Red Wings, the Carolina Hurricanes look to respond against the Nashville Predators on Monday night at Bridgestone Arena.
Vincent Trocheck and Andrei Svechnikov netted goals in the third period of the final game against the Red Wings, but it was not enough as Robby Fabbri‘s goal late in the third propelled the Wings to their first win of the season. The Canes reached some milestones with Svechnikov accumulating his 100th point of his career, and Dougie Hamilton reaching the 300 assist plateau.
The power play was lackluster for the most part, besides Trocheck’s tally in the third period. The Hurricanes also struggled in the face-off circle, highlighting the significance of Jordan Staal‘s absence. Overall, they lacked the energy to compete with a motivated Detroit team and appeared to be chasing the whole game.
The Nashville Predators are coming off of winning their first two games of the season against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Forward Filip Forsberg has two goals in two games and continues to be their most dangerous player. The Carolina Hurricanes will look to limit his chances and shut down the Predators in all facets of the game.
Here are my keys to Monday’s night tilt: