Kochetkov stopped 21 shots in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

Philadelphia grabbed a 3-0 lead inside the first minute of the second period, and while Kochetkov shut the door the rest of the way, his offense couldn't put together a comeback against a suffocating Flyers defense that blocked 30 shots on the night. The 24-year-old netminder is just 1-4-0 through his first five starts this season with a 3.10 GAA and .876 save percentage, but with Frederik Andersen (illness) sidelined indefinitely, his spot on the NHL roster as Antti Raanta's backup appears to be secure -- at least until Jaroslav Halak, who signed a PTO with the Hurricanes earlier this month, shows he's ready for game action.

Kochetkov is expected to guard the home crease Wednesday versus Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Kochetkov will look to build off his 22-save shutout victory over Tampa Bay on Saturday. Although he has struggled overall this season -- a 3.11 GAA and an .876 save percentage in four contests -- Antti Raanta's own struggles coupled with Frederik Andersen (blood clotting issue) being unavailable has created an opportunity for Kochetkov to get considerable playing time if he goes on a run. The Flyers rank 19th offensively this season with 3.20 goals per game.

Kochetkov made 22 saves in a 4-0 win over the Lightning on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

It was Kochetkov's first shutout of the season and fifth in the NHL. It's also his first win of the season after three losses. Kochetkov and Antti Raanta are splitting time, but a performance like this will get him more starts, especially with Raanta struggling. The Canes are a strong, deep team, so the 24-year-old could become a solid fantasy play.

Kochetkov is expected to start on the road against Tampa Bay on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Kochetkov has posted a mark of 0-3-0 with a 4.31 GAA and an .836 save percentage in three outings with Carolina this season. Nevertheless, with Frederik Andersen (blood clotting) unavailable and Antti Raanta struggling -- he has a 3.02 GAA and an .877 save percentage in seven contests this season -- there's an opportunity for Kochetkov to earn some playing time if he rebounds. The Lightning rank fourth offensively with 3.79 goals per game though, so this contest will be a difficult challenge for the 24-year-old goaltender.

Kochetkov was summoned from AHL Syracuse on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

In a corresponding move, Frederik Andersen (blood clotting) was placed on injured reserve. Kochetkov has a 3-0-0 record with one shutout, a 1.63 GAA and a .932 save percentage in three AHL outings this season. In three appearances with the Hurricanes this campaign, he has posted a mark of 0-3-0 with a 4.33 GAA and an .836 save percentage. With Andersen out of action indefinitely, Kochetkov will get a chance to improve upon those numbers while battling with Antti Raanta for playing time. Jaroslav Halak, who is with the Hurricanes on a tryout basis, may also get a chance to compete for starts if he is eventually signed to a full contract.

Kochetkov was reassigned to AHL Syracuse on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Kochetkov has an 0-3-0 record, 4.31 GAA and .838 save percentage in three contests with Carolina this year. Frederik Andersen was dealing with an upper-body injury, but he was healthy enough to serve as the backup goaltender for Tuesday's 3-0 loss to Tampa Bay, and Kochetkov's demotion further supports the notion that Andersen is over his injury.

Kochetkov made 20 saves in a 3-0 loss to Tampa Bay on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Kochetkov has started two straight and lost both, surrendering nine goals on 51 shots. He actually had a decent night in the net, but his teammates couldn't solve Jonas Johansson in the Bolts' net. It's the first time the high-scoring Canes have been shut out this season. Frederik Andersen (upper body) backed Kochetkov up Tuesday night and appears poised to take over the blue paint, which could force Kochetkov back to the AHL soon.

Kochetkov will defend the road net Tuesday versus Tampa Bay, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kochetkov will surprisingly make a second straight start despite allowing six goals on 28 shots in a 6-4 loss to Colorado on Saturday. Kochetkov will be backed up by Frederik Andersen (upper body), who may not be quite ready to start yet.

Kochetkov was recalled from AHL Syracuse on Monday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

Kotchetkov was sent down in what was apparently a paper move Sunday after he allowed six goals on 28 shots in a loss to Seattle on Friday. The 24-year-old Kotchetkov will rejoin the Hurricanes prior to Tuesday's matchup with the Lightning, where he'll likely back up Antti Raanta if Frederik Andersen (upper body) can't suit up.

Kochetkov was reassigned to AHL Syracuse on Sunday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

Kochetkov allowed six goals on 28 shots in his first start of the season Saturday versus the Avalanche. The end of his emergency recall suggests Frederik Andersen (upper body) may be ready to suit up Tuesday versus the Lightning.