Jake Guentzel, now with the Hurricanes, is set for an emotional return to Pittsburgh to face the Penguins for the first time since the trade. The Hurricanes are likely to start Pyotr Kochetkov in goal, who has the best save percentage among Eastern Conference goalies since December 12. Guentzel receives applause from fans as a starter for Carolina.
Nice round of applause for Jake Guentzel when he's named a starter for Carolina.
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Bryan Rust, Rickard Rakell and Jack St. Ivany are among the Penguins players who have opted to put Pride tape on their sticks for pregame warmups.
Jake Guentzel hits the ice as a visitor at PPG Paints Arena. During warmups, a couple of fans are holding signs thanking Jake in the Carolina corner.
Alex Nedeljkovic is the first goalie off the ice for Pittsburgh.
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The #Canes are not holding a morning skate before they take on the Penguins. Should the team continue their rotation in net, Pyotr Kochetkov would be in line to start. Since December 12, his .922 SV% is the best among all Eastern Conference goalies (min. 20 games played). https://t.co/SOYiEV97Zz
Jake Guentzel is preparing for an emotional return to Pittsburgh with Hurricanes on Tuesday.โคต๏ธ https://t.co/4i1yaIm2Em
Jake Guentzel returns to Pittsburgh to face the Penguins as a member of the opposition for the first time in his career tomorrow. "It's going to be emotional. It's going to be fun. It's a special place in our family's hearts and it'll be a cool experience." https://t.co/EDHdQmFLeU