In an exciting development, goaltender Frederik Andersen will be back in action for the Carolina Hurricanes as they face the New York Islanders in Game 2 of their first-round series on Monday. It will mark the first time since Andersen returned from a blood clotting issue in early March that he will play consecutive games.

Andersen's performance in Game 1 was nothing short of stellar, stopping 33 out of 34 shots and making a significant impact in the Hurricanes' 3-1 victory. Throughout the regular season, he boasted an impressive record of 13 wins and just 2 losses, along with a remarkable 1.84 goals against average and a .932 save percentage.

Despite not practicing with the team on Sunday, Andersen's extraordinary performance in the series opener has earned him the trust of the coaching staff. This decision also highlights the team's confidence in their goaltender's ability to excel in the high-stakes environment of playoff hockey.

Meanwhile, the Hurricanes are expected to maintain the same lineup that propelled them to victory in the first game. Head coach Rod Brind'Amour briefly switched Seth Jarvis and Andrei Svechnikov during the third period of Game 1, but they have since returned to their original positions in practice.

As the anticipation grows for Game 2, oddsmakers at Fanatics Sportsbook currently have the Hurricanes as -250 favorites to win. Fans will eagerly await to see if Andersen's sensational form and the Hurricanes' strong team performance in the opening game can be replicated to secure another victory against the Islanders.

The Carolina Hurricanes will undoubtedly be hoping that Andersen's consecutive starts prove to be a positive factor as they look to build on their early series lead. The return of their star goaltender has bolstered their confidence and provided a powerful presence between the pipes. With Game 2 on the horizon, hockey enthusiasts can't help but wonder if Andersen can continue his winning ways and help guide the Hurricanes one step closer to their playoff aspirations.