Charlie Lindgren has been ruled out for Game 2 of the playoffs against the Carolina Hurricanes due to personal family reasons, as announced by the Washington Capitals. With Lindgren unavailable to back up starter Logan Thompson, Mitchell Gibson has been called up from the AHL's Hershey Bears to take his place. Lindgren, who has served as the backup goaltender in six postseason games, recently revealed that he and his wife are expecting their first child. Gibson has prior NHL experience and has performed well in the ECHL this season.
Charlie Lindgren has been ruled out for Game 2 against the Carolina Hurricanes due to personal family reasons, with Mitchell Gibson stepping in as backup.
Lindgren has served as backup in the postseason, seeing limited action, while preparing to welcome his first child with his wife.
Gibson, a previous backup, is poised for his chance with the Capitals after performing well in the ECHL, boasting impressive stats this season.
The Capitals made a key announcement prior to the game, highlighting Lindgren's absence and Gibson's role in the team's goaltending plans.
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