Slavin potted his first goal of the year just 34 seconds into Tuesday's game against Ottawa, but it was the only score the 'Canes managed in a 2-1 overtime loss.

EDGE Analysis

It was an impressive play from a guy who isn't well known for his scoring ability. After picking up a loose puck that was ping-ponging around the neutral zone, Slavin suddenly caught a burst of speed and blew past three Ottawa players -- one of whom sold out for a poke check that missed badly -- straight to Craig Anderson's net, then fired a pretty backhander right through the veteran. The 22-year-old has three points in nine games to open the year, and his 22:07 of average ice time is promising, but Slavin is still seeing nearly zero power-play time. It's going to be hard for him to offer much more offense than this on a fairly lackluster Carolina team if he doesn't get to join in on the man-advantage action.