Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Secures hat trick in Game 4 win
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Svechnikov scored three goals on a game-high six shots, doled out five hits and went plus-2 in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Devils in Game 4.
Even though Carolina lost Frederik Andersen to an undisclosed injury in the second period, Svechnikov's contributions helped the Canes move closer to a first-round series win. The 25-year-old Svechnikov scored twice at even strength and once on the power play, with his final marker being an empty-netter. The Russian winger is the only player in franchise history to record a playoff hat trick, having now accomplished that feat twice in his career, according to the Hurricanes. Svechnikov has been held off the scoresheet only once in this series, having generated four goals and one assist across four games.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Supplies power-play assist
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Svechnikov notched a power-play assist and two shots on goal in Friday's 3-2 double-overtime loss to the Devils in Game 3.
Svechnikov has a goal, an assist, seven shots on net and six hits over three playoff contests. He set up Sebastian Aho for the game-tying goal at 12:20 of the third period. Svechnikov's power-play role should help him get more looks on offense, but he's struggled with consistency at times in 2024-25, which has landed him a spot in the middle six regularly.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Strikes empty-netter
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Svechnikov scored an empty-net goal and fired five shots on net in Sunday's 4-1 win over New Jersey in Game 1.
Svechnikov found New Jersey's empty net with two and a half minutes left in Game 1 to help seal the win for Carolina. He has struggled to put more than a couple of shots on net per game this season, so his five shots on goal in Game 1 helped spark goals in the series opener. Svechnikov now has a goal in back-to-back games dating back to the Hurricanes' last contest of the regular season. The 25-year-old winger is in a great place to produce in a top-six role for Carolina this postseason. However, his play has been inconsistent this season which led to him posting 48 points in 72 regular-season outings.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Two points in finale
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Svechnikov scored a power-play goal and added an even-strength assist in Thursday's 7-5 loss to the Senators.
The 25-year-old winger potted his 20th goal of the season early in the second period, as he waited until the final game of the regular season to reach that milestone for the fifth time. It was Svechnikov's first multi-point performance since Feb. 22, and over nine contests since returning from an upper-body injury in late March, he's produced two goals and five points.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: First helper since return
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Svechnikov notched an assist, four hits, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Capitals.
Svechnikov has battled injuries recently but still has three points over his last five outings. If the injury issue crops up again, don't be surprised to see Svechnikov rest before the end of the regular season -- the Hurricanes are locked into a first-round matchup versus the Devils to begin the playoffs. Svechnikov has managed 46 points, 172 shots on net, 142 hits, 57 PIM and a minus-6 rating through 68 contests this season.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Good to go
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Svechnikov (undisclosed) will play against Buffalo on Tuesday, per Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal.
Svechnikov will return to a middle-six role and see time on the power play after missing the last two games. He has accounted for 19 goals, 45 points, 170 shots on net and 135 hits through 66 appearances this season. Svechnikov and Jordan Staal (lower body) will replace Jesperi Kotkaniemi (undisclosed) and Justin Robidas, who is back with AHL Chicago, in Tuesday's lineup.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Practices Monday
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Svechnikov (undisclosed) participated fully in Monday's practice, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Svechnikov has missed the last two games but appears to be progressing toward a potential return to action. However, it is still unclear if he will be ready for Tuesday's matchup versus Buffalo. Svechnikov has generated 19 goals, 45 points, 170 shots on net and 135 hits through 66 appearances this season.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Out through road trip
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Svechnikov (undisclosed) will be reevaluated following the Hurricanes' four-game road trip, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports Friday.
According to head coach Rod Brind'Amour, Svechnikov is only being held out for precautionary reasons -- though that doesn't necessarily match with the fact that he will be sidelined for the next four games. The 25-year-old winger previously missed seven games with an upper-body injury, so it's possible this latest ailment is related. Due to Svechnikov being on the shelf, Eric Robinson will step into a top-six role.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Nabs assist in Sunday's win
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Svechnikov posted an assist and four PIM in Sunday's 6-4 win over the Islanders.
Svechnikov has a goal and an assist over two games since he returned from missing seven contests to an upper-body injury. The winger was back on the second line Sunday after playing on the fourth line Friday versus the Canadiens. The 25-year-old has struggled a bit in 2024-25, earning 19 goals, 26 helpers, 170 shots on net, 134 hits and 57 PIM across 65 appearances. He's at risk of falling short of the 50-point mark for the third time in his career.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Tallies empty netter in return
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Svechnikov scored an empty-net goal in Friday's 4-1 win over the Canadiens.
After missing seven games with an upper-body injury, Svechnikov found the scoresheet with an empty-net goal to seal the win for Carolina. Friday's tally helped the forward end a five-game scoreless drought he experienced before the injury. Overall, the 25-year-old Svechnikov has 19 goals, 44 points and 169 shots on net in 64 games this season. While Svechnikov's 2024-25 campaign has been slightly underwhelming offensively, he could still top the 50-point threshold for the fourth consecutive year if he can get hot down the stretch. Svechnikov adds solid value in standard formats for the fantasy postseason.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Ready to rock
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Svechnikov (upper body) will return to the lineup versus Montreal on Friday, per Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer.
Svechnikov missed seven games with the injury. The second overall pick in 2018 has 18 goals and 25 assists, including 17 points on the power play, across 63 appearances this season. Look for Tyson Jost to be a healthy scratch due to Svechnikov's return.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Won't play against Nashville
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Svechnikov (upper body) will remain sidelined Tuesday versus the Predators, according to Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer.
Svechnikov will miss his seventh consecutive game Tuesday. According to head coach Rod Brind'Amour, the 24-year-old winger could have suited up against Nashville, but the team is being cautious with Svechnikov's injury, per Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal. Svechnikov is expected to return to the lineup for Friday's home meeting with the Canadiens.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Unlikely to play Thursday
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Svechnikov (upper body) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Sharks, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.
There was hope that Svechnikov would be able to return for Thursday's matchup, but it appears as though he'll be sidelined for a fourth consecutive game. His next opportunity to suit up will be Saturday in Los Angeles, while Tyson Jost will likely remain in the lineup against San Jose.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Might return next week
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Svechnikov (upper body) won't play Friday against Detroit and Saturday versus Philadelphia, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
The Hurricanes hope to have Svechnikov back next week, meaning Thursday's matchup versus San Jose could be a possible return date. The 24-year-old has 18 goals and 43 points in 63 appearances in 2024-25. Tyson Jost will likely remain in the lineup while Svechnikov is on the shelf.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Unavailable Tuesday
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Svechnikov (undisclosed) won't play against Tampa Bay on Tuesday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Svechnikov is still being evaluated, making it unclear when he will be ready to return. He has contributed 18 goals, 43 points, 131 hits and 167 shots on net through 63 appearances this season. Taylor Hall and Jackson Blake skated alongside Sebastian Aho during Monday's practice.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Absent from practice
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Svechnikov (undisclosed) is being evaluated after suffering an injury in Sunday's 4-2 win over Winnipeg, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.
Svechnikov didn't participate in Monday's practice. He hasn't earned a point in five straight games but logged only 12:41 of ice time in Sunday's win. The 24-year-old forward has 18 goals, 43 points, 131 hits and 167 shots on net through 63 appearances this season. Due to Svechnikov's absence, Taylor Hall and Jackson Blake skated alongside Sebastian Aho in Monday's practice.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Goal, assist in loss to Leafs
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Svechnikov scored a goal and added an assist in a 6-3 loss to the Maple Leafs on Saturday.
Svechnikov one-timed a pass from Mikko Rantanen at the top of the right circle that deflected off a Leafs defender in the slot. Svechnikov has one goal and four assists during his three-game point streak. Carolina has struggled to find someone to have chemistry with Rantanen, and Svechnikov could be that guy. If so, Svechnikov's fantasy value could take a jump -- Rantanen would be the best player Svechnikov has played beside in the NHL.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Two helpers in Saturday's win
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Svechnikov notched two assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's 7-3 win over Utah.
The 24-year-old winger had a hand in Carolina's first two tallies of the afternoon. Svechnikov has two multi-point performances in his last five appearances, but the second-overall pick in the 2018 Draft still has yet to live up to expectations. In 55 games this season, he's produced 17 goals and 40 points.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Lends helper in loss
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Svechnikov notched an assist and four shots on goal in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Wild.
Svechnikov missed a game Saturday versus the Kings but has been able to handle middle-six minutes over the last two contests. The 24-year-old winger has five points over his last six outings and a total of 17 goals, 38 points, 151 shots on net, 106 hits, 38 PIM and a minus-5 rating across 54 appearances this season. Svechnikov is on track to return to the 20-goal mark after missing it in 2023-24, and he should also be able to top 50 points for the fourth straight year.
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Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov: Suiting up in Winnipeg
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Svechnikov (upper body) is slated to return to the lineup Tuesday against the Jets, Peter Dewar of the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Svechnikov missed his first game of the season Saturday against the Kings. The left-shot winger should resume his spot on the second line in addition to receiving power-play time in Tuesday's road game. The 24-year-old has supplied 17 goals and 37 points across 52 appearances this campaign.
