Games / NHL / Dec 31, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes vs Detroit Red Wings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Carolina Hurricanes (14-3-2) visit the Detroit Red Wings (7-8-3) on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. TV: CARNHL, DSN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Red Wings vs Carolina Hurricanes.

NHLThursday, December 31, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes14-3-2

2:00 PM ETDec 31, 2026

Detroit Red Wings7-8-3

DateDec 31, 2026

Time2:00 PM ET

VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TVCARNHL, DSN

Team comparison

Carolina HurricanesDetroit Red Wings

Goals per game

4.1

2.7

Goals allowed per game

2.4

3.1

14-3-2Record7-8-3

1st in Metropolitan DivisionStanding8th in Atlantic Division

8-3Road record / home record4-6

WWLWWLast 5LLLWL

W2StreakL3

Team stats

Carolina HurricanesDetroit Red Wings

Goals Against Average

2.32

3.00

Shots Against per Game

22.4

25.4

Penalty Kill Percentage

85.0

69.0

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

4.11

2.61

Shots per Game

33.3

28.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

22.2

21.7

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

164

161

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Carolina Hurricanes

Jordan Staal C · Calf

Injured Reserve

William Carrier LW · Knee

Day-To-Day

Detroit Red Wings

Albert Johansson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Dylan Larkin C · Suspension

Injured Reserve

Simon Edvinsson D · Contract Dispute

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Carolina HurricanesWWLWW

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Chicago BlackhawksW 9-2

Nov 5, 2026 · at New York IslandersW 5-3

Nov 3, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsL 1-4

Nov 1, 2026 · vs Winnipeg JetsW 7-0

Oct 29, 2026 · vs Columbus Blue JacketsW 3-2

Detroit Red WingsLLLWL

Nov 7, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 0-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-2

Nov 3, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 2-4

Nov 2, 2026 · at Florida PanthersW 5-3

Oct 31, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesL 4-5

Season series

Series starts 12/31

Apr 2, 2027CAR 0, DET 0

Feb 19, 2027DET 0, CAR 0

Dec 31, 2026CAR 0, DET 0

Team pages

Carolina Hurricanes
Schedule, roster and stats

Detroit Red Wings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Carolina Hurricanes vs Detroit Red Wings?

The game is on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

How can I watch Carolina Hurricanes vs Detroit Red Wings?

TV: CARNHL, DSN.

What are the records of the Carolina Hurricanes and Detroit Red Wings?

Carolina Hurricanes: 14-3-2. Detroit Red Wings: 7-8-3.

Who is injured for Carolina Hurricanes vs Detroit Red Wings?

Listed out or doubtful: Carolina Hurricanes: Jordan Staal. Detroit Red Wings: Albert Johansson, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Carolina Hurricanes vs Detroit Red Wings played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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