#Hurricanes’ Antti Raanta using lessons from Henrik Lundqvist

#Hurricanes’ Antti Raanta using lessons from Henrik Lundqvist

“Hurricanes’ Antti Raanta using lessons from Henrik Lundqvist” Sitting at the podium and facing a question about Carolina backup goaltender Antti Raanta following the Hurricanes’ victory over the Rangers in Game 2 of their second-round playoff series, Brendan Smith’s mind drifted to Henrik Lundqvist.  Smith, who joined the Rangers during the 2016-17 season, was not…

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#Rangers blanked by Hurricanes in Game 2 loss

#Rangers blanked by Hurricanes in Game 2 loss

“Rangers blanked by Hurricanes in Game 2 loss” RALEIGH, N.C. — The Rangers are headed back to New York trailing two games to none in their second-round series against the Hurricanes.  Between their stagnant offense, power-play struggles and slim contributions from their top guns, the Rangers didn’t do much to counter the limited offense the…

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#Blues roll past Avalance to even series

#Blues roll past Avalance to even series

“Blues roll past Avalance to even series” DENVER — Between the new line combinations and wrinkles — using five forwards on a power play — there was one big-time constant for St. Louis: Jordan Binnington. Stellar in goal yet again. David Perron scored twice as St. Louis juggled its offensive pairings, Binnington made 30 saves…

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#Hurricanes restrict Rangers fans from buying tickets

#Hurricanes restrict Rangers fans from buying tickets

“Hurricanes restrict Rangers fans from buying tickets” The Carolina Hurricanes are trying to keep Rangers fans from flooding their building. The Hurricanes host Games 1 and 2 of the second-round series — as well Games 5 and 7, if necessary — starting on Wednesday at PNC Arena. They’ve resorted to limiting ticket sales to buyers…

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#Hurricanes have edge historically against Rangers

#Hurricanes have edge historically against Rangers

“Hurricanes have edge historically against Rangers” The Rangers lost the regular-season series with the Hurricanes 3-1. And were swept in their lone playoff matchup — albeit in a best-of-five qualifying-round series in the 2020 bubble playoffs. Here’s a look back:  Regular-season recap  Jan. 21 in Raleigh, N.C.  Hurricanes 6, Rangers 3  The Hurricanes dominated the…

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