December 11 Washington Game Projected Lineup Revealed
On December 11, the Carolina Hurricanes will face the Washington Capitals in a highly anticipated game. The Hurricanes are opting for Brandon Bussi as their starting goaltender for the second consecutive match.
Brandon Bussi’s Impressive Start
Bussi, a 27-year-old goalie, has made a remarkable entry into the NHL. He is only the fifth goalie in league history to win nine of his first ten starts. In his last game against Columbus, he showcased his skills by stopping 23 out of 24 shots.
Coaching Confidence
Head coach Rod Brind’Amour expressed confidence in Bussi’s performance. He noted that teams with solid goaltending are often more successful. While Carolina has other healthy goaltenders, including Frederik Andersen and Pyotr Kochetkov, Bussi has earned the opportunity for back-to-back starts.
Projected Lineup for December 11
The projected lineup for the game against the Capitals is as follows:
- Forwards:
- Svechnikov – Aho – Jarvis
- Ehlers – Stankoven – Blake Carrier/Kotkaniemi
- Staal – Martinook
- Hall – Jankowski – Robinson
- Defense:
- Miller – Walker
- Gostisbehere – Chatfield
- Nikishin – Nystrom
- Starting Goaltender: Bussi
Injury Updates
In terms of injuries, Carolina is missing Charles Alexis Legault, who will be out for 3-4 months due to a hand injury sustained on November 11. Jaccob Slavin is currently practicing and is nearing a return from a lower-body injury.
Power Play Units
For their power plays, the Hurricanes are utilizing the following configurations:
| PP1 | PP2 |
|---|---|
| Aho, Jarvis, Staal (Blake), Svechnikov, Gostisbehere | Ehlers, Hall, Stankoven, Nikishin, Walker |
The upcoming game against the Capitals will test the Hurricanes’ strategies and Bussi’s performance as they continue their campaign in the NHL.
