Carolina Hurricanes Set to Battle Arizona Coyotes at Mullett Arena

As the Carolina Hurricanes prepare to face off against the Arizona Coyotes at Mullett Arena, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends could play a significant role. The Hurricanes have shown resilience and adaptability in their past performances, with varying results that highlight their strengths and areas for improvement.

In their most recent encounter, the Hurricanes displayed formidable powerplay capabilities against the New York Islanders, converting two out of four opportunities. Despite this advantage, they fell short by one point in a high-scoring affair that ended 5-4 in favor of the Islanders. The team's shooting percentage stood at 10 percent with an even strength faceoff win rate of 53 percent – showcasing a need for more consistency in both shot conversion and puck possession.

Looking back further, Carolina faced a tough shootout loss against the Pittsburgh Penguins after managing to keep scoring low on both sides throughout regulation time and overtime. Their shorthanded performance was notable as they successfully killed all penalties without conceding goals.

The game before Pittsburgh presented an impressive display of offensive prowess when they hosted the Vegas Golden Knights. A decisive 6-3 victory was underpinned by an exceptional powerplay performance where they capitalized on all three opportunities – an impressive feat complemented by a strong shooting percentage of 15 percent.

As we approach this upcoming match on February 17th at Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona, it's clear that special teams could be pivotal for Carolina. Their ability to leverage powerplays while maintaining solid defense will be crucial against an Arizona team ready to defend their home ice advantage.

Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on ESPN+, SCRIPPS channel 646-1 or BSSO depending on your location. Puck drop is scheduled for February 17th at Mullett Arena – don't miss it!