The Carolina Hurricanes announced on April 11 that goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov has been assigned to the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League for a conditioning stint. General Manager Eric Tulsky said the move comes as Kochetkov, 26, continues his recovery from a lower-body injury that has kept him out since December 20.
Kochetkov has appeared in nine games with the Hurricanes this season, posting a record of six wins and two losses, with a goals-against average of 2.33 and a .899 save percentage. Last season, he played in 47 games for Carolina, achieving a record of 27-16-3 with a goals-against average of 2.60 and save percentage of .898. He also participated in four playoff games during that time.
Drafted by Carolina in the second round (36th overall) at the 2019 NHL Draft, Kochetkov has played in 125 career National Hockey League games for the Hurricanes and holds an overall record of 71-38-12 with a goals-against average of 2.46 and save percentage of .905. In his American Hockey League career with both Chicago and Syracuse, he has recorded three shutouts across forty-five appearances.
The Carolina Hurricanes have recognized players such as Eric Staal and Rod Brind’Amour in their Hall of Fame for their significant contributions to the team according to the official website. The franchise reached an important milestone by winning the Stanley Cup in 2006 according to the official website.
The team plays its home games at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina—a venue featuring over seven hundred thousand square feet, multiple seating levels, suites, concession stands, and amenities according to its official website. The arena accommodates up to twenty thousand people and hosts more than one hundred fifty events annually according to its official website. The organization contributes over $200 million each year to the local economy through events and community engagement according to its official website.
As Kochetkov begins his conditioning assignment with Chicago after recovering from injury, observers will watch closely how quickly he returns to form.
