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Backup goalie set for playoff debut in Stanley Cup Final
10 Jun
Summary
- Rookie goalie Bussi to make first playoff start Tuesday night.
- Andersen scratched, leaving starting goalie position uncertain.
- Coach Brind'Amour kept decision secret until game time.
Brandon Bussi is set to make his first career Stanley Cup playoff start Tuesday night for the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4 of the Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. Frederik Andersen has been listed as a scratch. Coach Rod Brind'Amour maintained suspense regarding the starting goalie decision until game time, creating uncertainty for both the media and the opposing team.
Bussi, who is 27 years old, previously played in Game 3 for his playoff debut. He replaced Andersen in the third period and made 18 saves on 19 shots faced before the Golden Knights secured a double-overtime victory. Pyotr Kochetkov will serve as Bussi's backup for the crucial game.
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