In an exciting development for the Carolina Hurricanes, newly acquired forward Evgeny Kuznetsov is ready to make his team debut on Saturday against the New Jersey Devils. The game is scheduled for a 12:30 p.m. ET puck drop and can be listened to on 99.9 The Fan or through the Hurricanes App.

The Hurricanes are coming off a solid 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday, March 7. Brady Skjei played a key role in the victory, scoring two goals. Goaltender Frederik Andersen also made a noteworthy return from a five-month absence due to a blood-clotting issue, stopping 24 out of 25 shots. Carolina's penalty kill was perfect, going 5-for-5 against the Canadiens.

President and General Manager Don Waddell made some significant moves leading up to the trade deadline, acquiring Jake Guentzel and Evgeny Kuznetsov to bolster the team's offensive options. The Hurricanes also brought in other players and draft picks, reinforcing their roster for the final leg of the regular season.

With Kuznetsov joining the team, head coach Rod Brind'Amour will decide where to slot the veteran forward, who has amassed 568 career points. Given his impressive track record, Kuznetsov is expected to make an impact no matter where he is placed in the lineup.

Another crucial contributor on the Hurricanes' offense is forward Teuvo Teravainen, who is currently enjoying a five-game point streak. Teravainen has been a key contributor this season, ranking tied for second on the team in goals and fourth in points.

Celebrating his 39th birthday on Saturday, veteran defenseman Brent Burns is set to play in an NHL game on his birthday for the ninth time in his career. This will be his second season in a row celebrating his birthday while wearing the Hurricanes jersey.

On the defensive end, Jaccob Slavin made history by tying Justin Faulk as the franchise's defenseman with the most points (258) in an impressive display of skill and consistency.

As for the Devils, they have had a challenging season marked by numerous injuries and a coaching change. Despite their struggles, they remain a threat, especially when leading at the end of the first period, with a 14-1-1 record in such situations.

Looking ahead, after the game against the Devils, the Hurricanes will immediately fly back to Raleigh. Their next game will be against the Calgary Flames on Sunday at 5 p.m.

Overall, the addition of Kuznetsov brings excitement to the Hurricanes' lineup as they enter the final stretch of the regular season. With key players finding their form, Carolina aims to secure their spot in the playoffs and make a strong push for success.