When a second wave of COVID-19 hit the Carolina Hurricanes last week, it felt like there might finally be a stall in what has been a well-oiled machine in the red sweaters this season.
Instead, the Canes won back-to-back games at home in commanding fashion, beating the Red Wings 5-3 and the Kings 5-1 despite having six starters in COVID protocol and playing the Detroit game with just 16 skaters.
“Nothing surprises me with this group,” said head coach Rod Brind’Amour following the win over L.A. “When you think it maybe will be a little too tough, they find a way.