Carolina Hurricanes forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi does not make it despite his best efforts and will soon need to collect points.
Hours before Game 6 of Friday’s series against the New York Islanders at the UBS Arena, head coach Rod Brind’Amour was asked to comment on the performance of the struggling former Montreal Canadiens. The Finn settled for a meager assist, posting a -5 difference, as did linemate Martin Necas.
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The Canes demand a better contribution from him, especially as they compose without Andrei Svechnikov, Teuro Teravainen and Max Pacioretty in attack.
“This guy has to find a way to smear the scorers list because he’s playing an offensive role and he’s going for the power play,” Brind’Amour said, as reported by NHL.com. “KK” doesn’t play bad hockey. We just need results.”
“He had some good streaks where he got results. goals and points. It’s essential. Our offensive players have to produce.”
Last year, Kotkaniemi had two assists in 14 postseason competitions without scoring once.
In Carolina, the “Hurricanes” have had their ups and downs, but are still in good position to take out their first-round rivals. They missed a chance on Wednesday and lost 3-2 at home.
Friday night’s clash will air at 7pm on TVA Sports 2.
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