Rookie defensemen Matthew Schaefer of the New York Islanders and Alexander Nikishin of the Carolina Hurricanes have both made impressive starts in the NHL, each recording a goal and three assists over their first four games. Schaefer became the youngest player in NHL history to begin a career with a four-game point streak, while Nikishin scored his first NHL goal in a victory against the Ducks, as both players aim to extend their scoring streaks.
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Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere left Tuesday’s game against Vegas with a midsection injury, separate from a previous lower-body issue, while fellow defender Joel Nystrom also exited after blocking a shot. With both out, Carolina will rely on rookie Alexander Nikishin and potentially call up prospects from the AHL to strengthen their depleted blue-line. Want More Context? 🔎
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