Darling will start Friday at home against Washington, Michael Smith of the Hurricanes' official site reports. The Hurricanes' netminder hasn't played since Nov. 24.

EDGE Analysis

Darling was recently recalled from AHL Charlotte, and Friday's start will be just his eighth of the season at the NHL level. The 29-year-old has posted a 3-1-0 record in five games with the Hurricanes' minor-league affiliate after being demoted earlier in the season. He faces a tough task in the Capitals who have won three straight and scored 14 goals over those three contests.