RALEIGH, NC - The Carolina Hurricanes are not taking any chances with their goaltending situation as they gear up to face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday. Despite leaving Wednesday's game early, Antti Raanta is expected to be back in goal for the Hurricanes.

In the team's recent 6-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, Raanta played for only 20 minutes before exiting the game. However, Hurricanes' head coach, Rod Brind'Amour, reassured fans post-game by stating that Raanta's issue was "not serious." This declaration provided some relief to fans who were concerned about the veteran goaltender's condition.

Before his early departure, Raanta had already made an impact on the ice, receiving four goals of support and stopping seven of eight shots. This solid performance earned him the win and brought his record for the season to an impressive 6-2. Moreover, Raanta boasts an excellent career record against the Tampa Bay Lightning, with five wins, two losses, and one overtime loss, along with a remarkable save percentage of .931.

One of the most striking aspects of Raanta's career as a Hurricane is his exceptional record on home ice at PNC Arena. With a record of 25 wins, 2 losses, and 2 overtime losses, the netminder has clearly established his dominance when playing in front of the Carolina crowd. Notably, Raanta is currently enjoying a 14-game winning streak in regular-season games at PNC Arena.

With Raanta's likely return between the pipes on Friday, Hurricanes' fans can be reassured that their team will have a strong presence in goal. His impressive track record and winning streak at PNC Arena provide additional confidence for the team as they prepare to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning.

As game day approaches, the Hurricanes and their supporters will eagerly await Raanta's return to action and hope that his determined presence will contribute to another victory for the team.