Hurricanes Coach Keeps Goalkeeper Decision for Game 4 Under Wraps
Hurricanes won't say if Andersen or Bussi will start Game 4: Who should?

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Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour has not disclosed whether Frederik Andersen or Brandon Bussi will start in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. Andersen has been the primary starter but was pulled in Game 3 after allowing four goals.
- 01Rod Brind'Amour has not revealed the starting goalie for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights.
- 02Frederik Andersen, who has started every playoff game, did not practice on June 8, which was termed a maintenance day.
- 03Brandon Bussi performed well after replacing Andersen in Game 3, stopping 18 of 19 shots in the third period and overtime.
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Ahead of Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights, Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour has chosen not to disclose whether Frederik Andersen or Brandon Bussi will start. Andersen, the usual starter, was pulled during Game 3 after conceding four goals, prompting Bussi to step in and perform admirably, stopping 18 of 19 shots. Brind'Amour expressed enjoyment in the suspense surrounding the decision, stating it has taken on a life of its own. Andersen did not practice on June 8, which was labeled a maintenance day, but Brind'Amour confirmed he is fine after being clipped during the game. The debate over who should start hinges on Andersen's playoff experience versus Bussi's fresh performance, with both goalies having compelling arguments for the position.
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The decision on the starting goalie could significantly influence the Hurricanes' performance in Game 4.
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