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Pyotr Kochetkov made 25 saves in his first game of the season, leading the Carolina Hurricanes to a 3-0 victory over the New York Rangers. This win marks a significant moment for Kochetkov, who had been sidelined due to injury.

Strong Debut for Kochetkov

Pyotr Kochetkov made an impressive 25 saves in his season debut, securing his first shutout of the year. The 26-year-old goalie, who missed the start of the season due to a lower-body injury, showcased his skills with a crucial stop against Rangers captain J.T. Miller during a power play.

Ehlers Shines in New Team

Nikolaj Ehlers, who joined the Hurricanes after ten seasons with the Winnipeg Jets, scored his first goal for Carolina with just over six minutes left in the first period. His goal set the tone for the game, giving the Hurricanes an early lead.

Walker and Jarvis Contribute

Sean Walker extended the lead to 2-0 with a long shot from the right point late in the second period. Seth Jarvis sealed the victory with an empty-net goal, marking his team-leading eighth goal of the season.

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Rangers Struggle at Home

The loss snapped the Rangers' three-game winning streak and highlighted their ongoing struggles at Madison Square Garden. They remain winless at home this season, scoring only six goals in six games, and have been shut out four times on their own ice.

Looking Ahead

The Hurricanes improved their record to 8-4-0 and will host the Minnesota Wild next. Meanwhile, the Rangers will look to bounce back as they head to Detroit for their next game.

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Carlos Ferreira Published 1 week ago.

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