Frederik Andersen recorded his fifth playoff shutout, leading the Carolina Hurricanes to a crucial 3-0 victory over the Florida Panthers, marking their first win in the Eastern Conference finals in 20 years. Logan Stankoven scored the pivotal first goal, giving Carolina their first lead in the series. The Hurricanes, who previously laid low in the series with 15 straight losses in East finals, managed to limit Florida's offensive opportunities, allowing only 12 shots in the first two periods. Despite the win, Carolina still trails the series 3-1, needing further victories to advance.
"Frederik Andersen returned to the net and stopped 20 shots for his fifth career playoff shutout, helping the Hurricanes win their first East finals game in 20 years."
"Logan Stankoven scored the only goal Carolina needed, giving them their first lead in the East finals since 2023 and breaking a significant drought."
"Carolina kept the Panthers' offense bottled up, allowing only 12 shots through the first two periods, showcasing their defensive strength unlike previous matchups."
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