Injuries are piling up for several NHL teams as the playoffs approach. Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Staal sat out for a second consecutive game due to a lower-body injury, raising concerns about his availability in the postseason. Teammate Andrei Svechnikov left the last match early, though coach Rod Brind'Amour indicated the injury isn't serious. Meanwhile, Hurricanes' William Carrier is on the mend, having skated in a no-contact jersey for two days.

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk has recently resumed skating, but uncertainty remains regarding his readiness. The New Jersey Devils are also monitoring Dougie Hamilton's progress, as he recovers from knee surgery, with expectations that he may be back by the second round. In New York, Rangers forward Matt Rempe participated in the morning skate after an upper-body injury, while David Kampf and Jake McCabe exited their previous game with injuries. The Pittsburgh Penguins are dealing with Evgeni Malkin, who is traveling with the team but has missed the last three games due to an upper-body injury.

Troy Terry of the Anaheim Ducks suffered an injury during a recent game, colliding with teammate Frank Vatrano and leaving in the third period without an update on his status. Meanwhile, Jacob Trouba of the New York Rangers missed his game due to a lower-body injury and is currently day-to-day. In Carolina, Jordan Staal also missed his game with a lower-body issue. For the Edmonton Oilers, Connor McDavid is not traveling on their road trip, but coach Kris Knoblauch is optimistic about his return before the regular season concludes. Leon Draisaitl has returned to the lineup as the Oilers prepare for a crucial stretch. Additionally, Kirill Kaprizov of the Minnesota Wild is working towards a comeback, but his return may not be imminent, as he will consult with his doctors to determine the next steps.

Seth Jarvis, a key forward for the Carolina Hurricanes, suffered a concerning head injury during a game against the Los Angeles Kings, resulting in a disappointing 7-2 defeat. The incident occurred when Jarvis was fouled by Kings' Warren Foegele, causing him to crash into the boards. Despite being helped off the ice, Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour expressed cautious optimism about Jarvis's condition, suggesting he may have avoided serious injury.

Currently leading the Hurricanes in goals with 27 and contributing significantly with 52 points, Jarvis's absence would be a considerable blow for the team. The Hurricanes were already missing captain Jordan Staal and defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere due to injuries and illnesses, which could challenge their upcoming match against Anaheim. With this loss, Carolina's impressive eight-game winning streak has come to an end.

The Carolina Hurricanes displayed an impressive offensive performance, scoring five goals in a blistering second period to defeat the Columbus Blue Jackets 7-4. Seth Jarvis led the charge with two goals and two assists, while Sebastian Aho contributed one goal and two assists. Eric Robinson, Jackson Blake, Jordan Martinook, and Jesperi Kotkaniemi also added to the Hurricanes' tally, with Jarvis sealing the victory with an empty-netter. Goalie Frederik Andersen made 18 saves in his 300th NHL win, helping the Hurricanes extend their winning streak to four games.

Despite the loss, the Blue Jackets showcased their offensive skills as well, with goals from Kent Johnson, Kirill Marchenko, James van Riemsdyk, and Dmitri Voronkov. Columbus struck early, taking a two-goal lead, but the Hurricanes quickly responded, outshooting the Blue Jackets 24-3 in the second period. Carolina's ability to erase the deficit and dominate the frame was a key factor in securing the win.

In a thrilling matchup, the Carolina Hurricanes edged the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 in overtime, thanks to Sebastian Aho's goal just 59 seconds into the extra period. This victory continued Carolina's winning streak, marking their second consecutive win. Key contributions came from Seth Jarvis, Jordan Staal, and Jesperi Kotkaniemi, each finding the net. Staal notably celebrated his 700th career point in his 1,300th game.

Freddie Andersen, returning to action after injury, made 22 saves, marking his 500th career game. The Blackhawks fought hard, with Ryan Donato, Tyler Bertuzzi, and Phillipp Kurashev each scoring, while Petr Mrazek put up an impressive 44 saves. Chicago led 3-2 at one point, but Carolina rallied back, showcasing their resilience.