Hurricane fans are bracing for the worst as their team's playoff hopes hang in the balance. Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen, a key figure in the team's postseason run, was noticeably absent from the ice during a crucial pre-game skate ahead of Game 5. While Andersen did manage to get some solo time on the ice, his unavailability for team drills has sparked concerns about his fitness and readiness for the high-stakes matchup. With the Hurricanes trailing in the series, the pressure is on for Andersen to prove his health and lead his team to a crucial victory.

Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen didn't take the ice with his teammates ahead of Game 5 but skated on his own.