Carolina is without standout defenseman Jaccob Slavin, who suffered a lower-body injury during Saturday night's game against the Philadelphia Flyers. Mike Reilly made his Hurricanes debut on Tuesday in Slavin's spot.

Coming off a thrilling Home Opener victory Tuesday night, the Ducks (2-1-0) are looking for their third straight win as they take on the Hurricanes (3-0-0) tonight at Honda Center (7 p.m. PT). Anaheim got its 10th straight home opener win on Tuesday evening after beating the Penguins 4-3.

Ducks' electrifying offense and dominant power play emerge, but defensive woes and weak competition may temper early enthusiasm.

Eight Hurricanes have found the scoresheet in every game, showcasing scoring from all lines. This offensive surge has fueled their perfect start, proving depth is king.

Starting in Anaheim

In the home opener Tuesday, the former Ranger notched both his goals, including the game-winner, with the man advantage, where the Ducks used to struggle.

The No. 3 Oregon Ducks entered the 2025 season without much attention as a potential contender for the Big Ten title. Through an undefeated first six weeks of t

But that was it for the Sharks, who were outshot 43-17 by the Hurricanes, three nights after they allowed 44 shots in their 7-6 overtime loss to the Ducks. The 27-year-old Bussi won his first career NHL start after three-plus years in the minor leagues.

The Carolina Hurricanes take on the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups.