Carolina Hurricanes sign Frederik Andersen before Round 2

The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed Frederik Andersen to a one-year contract worth $2.75 million, offering performance-based incentives up to $750,000. This unusual move comes shortly before their second-round playoff against the Washington Capitals, with Andersen earning bonuses for game participation and potential appearances in the Eastern Conference finals. General Manager Eric Tulsky highlighted Andersen's reliability and top-tier performance, making this a strategic decision to bolster the team's goalie tandem ahead of the playoffs.