Andersen was the first goalie off the ice at morning skate, indicating he'll start Thursday's game against visiting Detroit, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' offiicial site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heading into his 20th start of the year, Andersen has been fantastic after a brief three-game losing streak, winning three straight while allowing just four goals in the process. Andersen will look for victory No. 15 against a Red Wings squad that sits 26th in the NHL with an average 2.50 goals for since Nov. 1.