Canes' Brandon Bussi hands Rangers another home blanking

Published: Friday, February 6, 2026 at 2:46 am

Hurricanes Shutout Rangers in Final Game Before Olympic Break

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the New York Rangers 2-0 Thursday night, extending their points streak to 10 games. Rookie goaltender Brandon Bussi, in a successful homecoming, led the Hurricanes with 16 saves, securing his second career shutout. The win marks the Hurricanes' second shutout victory on the Rangers' home ice this season.

Andrei Svechnikov scored early in the game, providing the offensive spark for the Hurricanes. Jordan Staal added an empty-net goal in the final minute, solidifying the victory. The Hurricanes have now gone 8-0-2 in their last 10 games and have earned their third shutout of the season. Bussi's performance was particularly noteworthy, as he has now won seven straight games and boasts a record of 23-3-1 since joining the Hurricanes.

Despite the Hurricanes' offensive dominance, Rangers' goalie Jonathan Quick made a season-high 41 saves, preventing a more significant scoreline. The Hurricanes had 86 shot attempts in the game and have a record of 7-1-0 in their past eight games against the Rangers.

The Rangers, meanwhile, are struggling, having lost their fourth consecutive game. This loss marks their seventh shutout of the season and drops their home record to 6-15-4. The Rangers recently traded Artemi Panarin as part of a retooling effort, and the team's performance has led to frustration among fans, who were heard chanting for the general manager to be fired.

BNN's Perspective:

The Hurricanes' continued success highlights their strong team performance and the impact of key acquisitions. While the Rangers are clearly in a rebuilding phase, their struggles underscore the importance of consistent performance and strategic team management. The Olympic break offers both teams a chance to regroup and reassess their strategies for the remainder of the season.

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