Andersen (illness) might make his return next week, GM Don Waddell told Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Andersen, who hasn't played since Nov. 2, has a 4-1-0 record, 2.87 GAA and .894 save percentage in six appearances this season. Once he's available, Andersen will likely reassert himself as Carolina's top goaltender. However, with Antti Raanta (lower body) and Pyotr Kochetkov also expected to compete for starts once all three netminders are healthy, Andersen might see less work than most other No. 1s in the league.

Andersen (illness) was in the starter's crease Monday in order to take more shots but is still without a clear recovery timeline, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Andersen continues to increase his work in the hope of getting back into the crease this season. With Antti Raanta (lower body) also unavailable, the team will turn to Spencer Martin against the Blackhawks on Monday. Once given the green light, Andersen should get the chance to reestablish himself as the No. 1 option in Carolina.

Andersen, who hasn't played since Nov. 2 because of a blood clotting issue, has been cleared to begin limited on-ice activities, the team announced Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

There is no timetable for Andersen's return, but Carolina plans to offer more updates as the goaltender makes further progress. He has a 4-1-0 record, 2.87 GAA and .894 save percentage in six contests this season. The Hurricanes have been leaning heavily on Antti Raanta recently, but the 34-year-old netminder has left plenty to be desired with his 3.04 GAA and .870 save percentage across 23 games in 2023-24. When Andersen is back, he will likely compete with Raanta for starts, though Pyotr Kochetkov, who was loaned to AHL Chicago on Sunday, could rejoin the team after the All-Star break and might also remain in the mix.

Andersen (illness) is still a month from returning to action but is expected to start skating soon. General manager Don Waddell told reporters Sunday, "Over the next week or 10 days, he'll start hitting the ice more," Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Andersen shouldn't be expected back until mid-to-late January but the fact that he is ready to start skating is certainly a step in the right direction. Until the veteran backstop is cleared to play, the Hurricanes figure to continue utilizing Pyotr Kochetkov as the primary option between the pipes. Having said that, Carolina added Aaron Dell on a professional tryout after having placed Antti Raanta on waivers over the weekend.

Carolina announced Monday that Andersen will be out of action indefinitely after it was discovered that he has a blood clotting issue.

EDGE Analysis

The Hurricanes added that they are "confident that Freddie will be able to make a full recovery." Andersen, who was moved to injured reserve Monday, has posted a 4-1-0 record with a 2.87 GAA and an .894 save percentage in six appearances this season. At this time, Antti Raanta is projected to be the No. 1 netminder for the Hurricanes. Jaroslav Halak, who is with Carolina on a tryout basis, may get a chance to fill in as well during Andersen's absence. Pyotr Kochetkov could also be in the mix for playing time between the pipes.

Andersen (undisclosed) is undergoing evaluations for a medical issue.

EDGE Analysis

In six appearances this season, Andersen has a 4-1-0 record with a 2.87 GAA and an .894 save percentage. The Hurricanes will provide an update on his status once one becomes available. If Andersen ends up missing time, Antti Raanta will probably move up to the No. 1 goalie spot. Carolina also announced Monday that Jaroslav Halak will join the team as a free agent tryout, which suggests that Pyotr Kochetkov could be staying in the minors.

Andersen made 24 saves in a 2-1 loss to the Rangers on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Chris Kreider beat him on the power play in the first frame. And Will Cuylie scored the eventual winner with 9:39 remaining in the game. It was Andersen's first loss since his return from injury, and he's 4-1-0 on the season. His 2.87 GAA and .894 save percentage look dull from the outside, but the the Canes continue to sharpen their game. As long as he stays healthy, Andersen will be a solid fantasy play.

Per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site, Andersen was the first goaltender off the ice at practice and is expected to patrol the crease versus the Rangers on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Andersen is 4-0-0 this season, giving up 13 goals on 116 shots. He has played two strong games in a row, defeating Seattle and Philadelphia while giving up only four goals on 54 shots. Andersen will face the Rangers, who are returning home after going a perfect 5-0-0 on their Western road trip.

Andersen stopped 26 of 28 shots in a 3-2 win over the Flyers on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Andersen got off to a shaky start Monday, allowing two goals on just seven shots in the first period, but he'd settle down and blank the Flyers over the final two frames en route to a 3-2 win. Andersen remains unbeaten this season, improving to 4-0-0 despite a mediocre .888 save percentage through five starts. The Hurricanes will be back in action Thursday in a road matchup with the Rangers.

Andersen will defend the road net Monday against Philadelphia, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Andersen has a 3-0-0 record this season, having stopped 77 of 88 shots through four games played. He has posted a mark of 11-4-3 with a 3.06 GAA and a .909 save percentage over 18 career contests against the Flyers.