Wed Dec 04 02:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Kochetkov’s Return Highlights Hurricanes’ Matchup Against Kraken
**RALEIGH, NC** – Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov is set to return to the net tonight against the Seattle Kraken, ending a four-game absence due to concussion protocol. The 25-year-old, who was the second-fastest goalie to reach 10 wins this season, last played on November 23rd before suffering the injury in Columbus.
His return coincides with several lineup changes for the Hurricanes, including a reunited top line featuring Sebastian Aho and Martin Necas for the first time since December. Necas aims to break a two-game scoreless streak, while the team looks to rebound from their first shutout of the season, a loss to Florida on Saturday.
The Hurricanes are favored to win tonight’s game. Long-term injuries continue to affect the team, with Frederik Andersen (knee) out 8-12 weeks and Jesper Fast (neck) out for the remainder of the season.
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