Pyotr Kochetkov's stellar performance, with 22 saves and two assists, led the Carolina Hurricanes to a 3-1 victory over the New York Rangers. The Hurricanes showcased their strength in the Metropolitan Division, winning four of their last six games.

Despite an early goal from Jimmy Vesey, the Rangers struggled, marking their fourth consecutive home loss and extending their dismal record to 4-12-0 in their last 16 outings.