Frederik Andersen, the goaltender for the Carolina Hurricanes, is set to undergo knee surgery and is expected to be sidelined for 8 to 12 weeks. This news comes after initial hopes for a quicker recovery were dashed by Coach Rod Brind’Amour, who indicated that Andersen's injury is more severe than previously thought.

Andersen has not played since October 26 and has a solid record this season, boasting a 1.48 goals-against average and a .941 save percentage. The Hurricanes continue their road trip after a recent victory against the Philadelphia Flyers.