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Hurricanes Backup Kochetkov Poised for Increased Playing Time with Andersen Injured
15 Nov
Summary
- Kochetkov to start at home against Canucks on November 15, 2025
- Andersen (concussion) exited previous game, increasing Kochetkov's playing time
- Canucks will be without star defenseman Quinn Hughes for the matchup
As of November 15, 2025, Hurricanes backup goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov is set to start at home against the Vancouver Canucks. This opportunity for increased playing time comes as the Hurricanes' starting goaltender, Frederik Andersen, remains sidelined with a concussion sustained in a previous game.
Kochetkov's last outing was a brief relief appearance against the Washington Capitals on November 14, 2025, in which he did not face a single shot. With Andersen's status uncertain, Kochetkov could see more ice time in the coming days as the Hurricanes navigate Andersen's recovery.
For the upcoming matchup against the Canucks, Kochetkov may catch a bit of a break, as the visitors will be without their star defenseman, Quinn Hughes, due to an undisclosed injury. This could potentially make the Hurricanes' task a bit easier as Kochetkov looks to make the most of his starting opportunity.
