Carolina Hurricanes (26-9-3) vs. Florida Panthers (26-10-4)
As far as the regular season goes, the stakes don’t get much higher than this. Following the Canes’ 5-2 win over Florida Tuesday, the Canes are a point behind the Panthers for the top spot in the division. Given Carolina’s two games in hand, the winner of this game will find itself in first place, as a win in any fashion by the Hurricanes could vault them over the Panthers.
As Rod Brind’Amour continues to juggle his new-found, three-goalie situation, we have no word on a starter in net for the Hurricanes for this pivotal matchup, but we should have that answer after today’s 10:30 a.