Teravainen Close to Returning from Injury as Hurricanes Gear Up for East Final
The Carolina Hurricanes are getting ready for the Eastern Conference Final and could soon be welcoming back forward Teuvo Teravainen. The Finn has been out since the beginning of May with a concussion but is now close to returning to the ice.
Teravainen Close to Making Return
Head coach Rod Brind’Amour had said earlier in the week that Teravainen was close to returning, but Tarik El-Bashir of The Athletic reports the 26-year-old is actually ahead of schedule in his recovery and could be back for the final series of the season.
Even with Teravainen out of the lineup, the Hurricanes took down the Nashville Predators in the first round and then swept the Tampa Bay Lightning in four games. They will face the winner of the series between the Boston Bruins and New York Islanders for a chance at the Stanley Cup Final.
Impact of Teravainen’s Return
If Teravainen can make it back onto the ice for the Hurricanes, it will be a massive boost for the team. He finished the regular season with 10 goals and 20 assists in 21:28 minutes of ice time per game. As a key contributor to the Hurricanes’ offence, with his speed and play-making abilities, his return could help increase their chances of making it to the Stanley Cup Final.
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Adding Teravainen back into the lineup could give the Hurricanes an edge in the Eastern Conference Final. The veteran’s presence and experience could help Carolina as they gear up for their next battle in the playoffs.
Final Thoughts
With Teravainen’s return looking imminent, the Hurricanes are in a good place as they prepare for the Eastern Conference Final. His speed and ability to create scoring chances make him a vital asset to their team, and his presence on the ice will give Carolina a better chance at winning their next series.
Summary: The Carolina Hurricanes await the return of Teuvo Teravainen, who is said to be close to making it back onto the ice during their Eastern Conference Final. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour confirms that Teravainen is ahead of schedule in his recovery and his presence could give the Hurricanes an edge in the playoffs. The team is looking to take down the winner of the series between the Boston Bruins and New York Islanders for a chance at the Stanley Cup Final. #NEWS