Preview: February 16 vs. Montreal

RALEIGH, NC. – The Carolina Hurricanes will host the Montreal Canadiens for the team’s first-ever Hall of Fame Night on Thursday.

When: Thursday, February 16

Puck Drop: 7 p.m. EST

Watch: Bally Sports South, Bally Sports +

Listen: 99.9 The Fan, Hurricanes.com/Listen, Hurricanes App

VIEW TONIGHT’S PROJECTED LINEUP

Canes Record: 35-10-8 (76 Points, 1st, Metropolitan Division)

Canes Last Game: 3-2 Win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday, February 14

Canadiens Record: 23-27-4 (50 Points, 8th, Atlantic Division)

Canadiens Last Game: 4-0 Win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday, February 14

NEWS & NOTES

Last Time Out: After an uncharacteristic 6-2 loss to the New York Rangers Saturday night on home ice, the Canes responded with a divisional victory to start the new week. It may not have been their prettiest effort of the season, but Brent Burns, Paul Stastny, and Stefan Noesen paved the way to a 3-2 victory in the nation’s capital on Tuesday. Frederik Andersen stopped 34 out of 36, improving to 7-1 in nine appearances since returning from injury.

Video: CAR@WSH: Burns kicks off scoring with a wrister

Parking Alert: If you are attending tonight’s contest, please plan to arrive earlier than normal. Due to the setup for Saturday’s Stadium Series pre-game festivities, some parking spots have been compromised.

Burnzie Is Still Buzzin’: With his game-opening goal on Tuesday, Brent Burns now has nine points in his last nine games. His 38 points lead all Canes blueliners and rank 12th among all NHL defenders.

Hall of Fame Ceremony: If you are attending the game, you are encouraged to be in your seats by 6:55 p.m. The ceremony will begin promptly at 7 p.m. Bally Sports South will have a full hour of pre-game coverage, beginning at 6 p.m.

Ward’s Career: To learn more about Cam Ward’s career, view the team’s official release announcing his Hall of Fame induction here.

Scoring While Down A Man: The Canes have eight shorthanded goals since the turn of the calendar year and have a share of the league lead with 10 on the season. Sebastian Aho has been responsible for three of them, currently ranking tied for second among all skaters in the NHL. The franchise record for most shorthanded goals in a season is 17.

On The Other Side: Montreal comes to town having won three games in a row, most recently blanking Chicago on Tuesday. They have scored 14 goals during the stretch and allowed just 5, a twist in what has been an otherwise struggling season for them. Jonathan Drouin leads the way with five points in the three games, and netminder Jake Allen has stopped 51 out of 53 shots.

CANES INJURY UPDATES

ADDITIONAL GAME INFORMATION

What Are We Wearing?: The Canes will be wearing their red sweaters tonight.

Parking: Coming to the game? Save money by purchasing your parking in advance. Click here to learn more.

Special Parking Alert: Please allow yourself extra time when coming to tonight’s game. Due to the setup for Saturday’s Stadium Series game, some normal parking spots are inaccessible.

Canes Give Back Auction: Click here to see the items available, which can be bid on right now.

AFTER THE FINAL HORN

The Canes are scheduled to practice outdoors on Friday, in preparation for Saturday’s Stadium Series Game at Carter-Finley Stadium against the Washington Capitals.

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