Burns scored a goal on two shots and added three blocked shots in Saturday's 6-5 shootout win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Burns was held off the scoresheet in the season opener Wednesday, but he made an early impact in the second game of the year. He tallied at the 4:15 mark of the first period. The 38-year-old defenseman saw 26:04 of ice time Saturday as the Hurricanes returned to a traditional lineup rather than the 11/7 group they used in the opener. Burns figures to be a key part of the offense yet again after posting 18 goals and 61 points over 82 contests last season.

Burns logged a power-play assist, eight shots on goal, nine blocked shots, five hits, two PIM and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 3-2 quadruple-overtime loss to the Panthers in Game 1.

EDGE Analysis

Burns led the Hurricanes with 54:43 of ice time, which is no small feat for a 38-year-old. He's picked up two goals and two assists over his last three contests since he snapped a five-game drought. The blueliner has nine points, 49 shots, 21 hits, 23 blocked shots, 14 PIM and a plus-6 rating through 12 playoff outings as the Hurricanes' most effective scoring threat on defense.

Burns scored late in the second period during Carolina's 3-2 overtime win against the Devils on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Burns has played great this postseason, but it hasn't always showed up on the scoresheet. He has goals in two straight games, which is what you want from the offensive defender. Yet, those are the only two goals he has through 11 postseason contests. The goals come on the heels of five straight games without a single point. He hasn't been the electric offensive threat managers hope they're rostering when they think of Burns' reputation.

Burns had a goal and an assist in a 6-1 win over New Jersey in Game 4 on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Burns ended his five-game point drought and nine-contest goal-scoring slump. His latest marker came midway through the second period, extending the Hurricanes' lead to 5-1. Burns has a goal and seven points in 10 postseason appearances this year.

Burns registered two assists in Carolina's 4-3 overtime victory over the Islanders in Game 2 on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Burns picked up a pair of helpers for the second straight playoff contest and has contributed four goals and eight points over his last five outings. The red-hot defenseman was a major offensive force for Carolina throughout the regular season, supplying 18 goals and 61 points in 82 appearances. Even at the age of 38, Burns is well-suited for his role on Carolina's top pairing and first power-play unit.

Burns recorded a pair of power-play assists in Monday's 2-1 win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Burns teed up Sebastian Aho for the opening goal early in the first period before grabbing a second assist in the second, when Stefan Noesen deflected his shot past Ilya Sorokin to extend Carolina's lead to 2-0. Burns was productive in his first year with the Hurricanes, tallying 18 goals, 43 assists and a plus-19 rating while playing all 82 games.

Burns scored two goals in Thursday's 6-4 win over the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

The 38-year-old defenseman heads into the postseason with plenty of momentum, scoring four goals in the last three games. Burns finishes his first regular season in Carolina with 18 goals and 61 points through 82 games, his best scoring performance since he racked up 83 points for San Jose in 2018-19.

Burns scored a goal in Carolina's 3-2 loss to Detroit on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Even at the age of 38, Burns is a high-end offensive threat with 14 goals and 55 points in 74 outings this season, but he hasn't been quite as effective recently. Over his last 11 appearances, Burns has two goals and four points. He was strong Thursday though. In addition to the marker, he had a plus-2 rating, three shots and a block in 22:55 of ice time, but the Hurricanes ultimately still fell short of the win.

Burns snapped a four-game scoring drought in Saturday's 5-4 overtime win against the Flyers, assisting on Sebastian Aho's game-winner in the extra frame.

EDGE Analysis

Now with 52 points (12G, 40A) and 12 games left on the schedule, Burns is practically a lock to surpass the 54 points he posted last season. This will also give him his highest point total since his 83-point effort four seasons ago with the Sharks. Needless to say, Burns should be an automatic start in your fantasy lineups at every opportunity.

Burns recorded four assists in Carolina's 6-1 victory over Arizona on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Two of Burns' four helpers were recorded while the Hurricanes had the man advantage. He has 12 goals and 49 points in 60 games this season, including 19 power-play points. Burns has been a consistent contributor lately, providing at least a point in 14 of his last 16 outings.