The Carolina Hurricanes were primed for success this season after exceeding expectations the season prior. The Hurricanes season has been met with frustration. Why exactly has this season been so frustrating?
The most frustrating part of the Carolina Hurricanes season has hit them the hardest in the recent stretch of games. That is injuries. The Hurricanes are fighting for a playoff spot without two of their best defenseman, Dougie Hamilton and Brett Pesce, and their two goaltenders, Petr Mrazek and James Reimer.
That leaves the Hurricanes in a tough spot, especially since trade deadline acquisition Sami Vatanen is out with an injury.