And just like that, hockey is back. After a shorter summer than usual, the Hurricanes are back in action tonight as they kick off a six game preseason schedule.
Carolina Hurricanes at Tampa Bay Lightning
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Last season, the Hurricanes went 5-0-1 in the preseason, including a home-and-home sweep against the Lightning. They’ll try to match that record this year, beginning tonight.
Here’s how the Hurricanes will line up tonight against the defending Presidents’ Trophy champions:
This lineup is stacked with NHL potential and features a few of Carolina’s top prospects at both the forward and defensive positions.