RALEIGH, N.C. — The Winnipeg Jets look to kick off their longest road trip of the season on a winning note tonight, facing a red-hot Carolina Hurricanes club fighting to make the playoffs.
Winnipeg (38-17-9) will go with the same lineup that beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-3 on Friday night in Winnipeg, including Connor Hellebuyck in goal.
"Real good quickness and speed, a lot of quick strike ability," coach Paul Maurice said this morning of the challenge Carolina poses. The Hurricanes (29-25-11) have pushed their way into the final Eastern Conference wildcard playoff spot and will be looking to win their third straight game.