Jordan Staal has missed two consecutive games due to a lower-body injury, raising concerns about his fitness as the playoffs approach.

Jordan Staal missed the game due to a lower-body injury.

Jordan Staal's absence due to a lower-body injury compounds the challenges faced by the Hurricanes, especially in a crucial part of the season.

Jordan Staal continues to be a veteran presence for the Hurricanes, contributing both offensively and as a leader in the locker room.

Jordan Staal scored a crucial goal to tie the game at 3 for Carolina, marking his 10th of the season. This game also celebrated his milestone of reaching 700 career points in his 1,300th NHL game, making him the first player from the 2006 NHL draft to achieve this milestone.