Hurricanes Forward Suffers Setback as Season Hangs in Balance Carolina Hurricanes forward Lucas Ehlers will miss Game 4 of the Eastern Conference First Round against his team's opponent, dealing a significant blow to the Hurricanes' playoff hopes. The 25-year-old star forward has been a crucial component of the Hurricanes' offense, but a lower-body injury has forced him to sit out a crucial game. As the series is now tied 2-2, Ehlers' absence could have a significant impact on the outcome of the series. With the Hurricanes facing a must-win situation, fans will be anxiously awaiting news on Ehlers' status for Game 5.


Ehlers misses Game 4 of East 1st Round for Hurricanes with lower-body injury  NHL.com