Carolina Hurricanes forward Sebastian Aho led the team’s scoring with two goals and an assist, while Andrei Svechnikov added two assists in a 5-2 loss to the Washington Capitals. The defeat marked the Hurricanes’ latest setback in a season where key players have faced challenges, including Pyotr Kochetkov’s return after an absence. Despite a strong offensive display from their top forwards, defensive struggles proved costly against a more clinical opponent. Fans and analysts will be watching how the team adjusts its approach following this disappointing result.

Sebastian Aho scored two goals and had an assist, Andrei Svechnikov had two assists for Carolina (1-1-1), which lost 5-2 at the Washington Capitals on Friday. Pyotr Kochetkov, in his first game since ...