The Carolina Hurricanes battled Sunday afternoon in Pittsburgh, falling to the Penguins 4-2 in the Canes’ second game in 21 hours.
Carolina, fresh off a home win over Philadelphia Saturday evening, went to Pittsburgh and gave the Penguins a test, ultimately falling despite a good effort. Brett Pesce and Sebastian Aho scored for the Canes in the third period, while another good effort in net from Antti Raanta kept Carolina alive for most of the game.
Following the tough loss, head coach Rod Brind’Amour,
Rod Brind’Amour
On getting these tighter games later in the season: I don’t really think it’s much different, to be honest with you.