The Carolina Hurricanes secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over the New York Rangers, thanks to late goals from Jesperi Kotkaniemi and Jackson Blake. This win marked the Hurricanes' ninth consecutive home victory.

Martin Necas took the NHL points lead with two assists, while Spencer Martin made 20 saves. The Rangers, despite goals from Jonny Brodzinski, Brett Berard, and Adam Edstrom, fell to their fourth straight loss. The game highlighted the Rangers' struggles on the power play.