Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (undisclosed) missed the morning skate and is not expected to be in the lineup on Saturday against the Florida Panthers. He will remain out for a fourth consecutive game. Scott Morrow has started the Eastern Conference Finals as Chatfield's replacement in the lineup. The 22-year-old rookie has yet to score any points, recording three shots and one block with a minus-three rating. Given that Morrow has averaged only 11:21 of ice time, it's unlikely he will play a significant role in Saturday's game.
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (undisclosed) is day-to-day ahead of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Florida Panthers. He has missed two games while dealing with an undisclosed injury and may have to sit out another contest on Thursday. Scott Morrow started the Conference Finals in Chatfield's place on Tuesday but had a rough outing in his postseason debut. The 22-year-old ended up with a minus-three rating in just 12:18 of ice time and took a costly delay of game penalty early in the third period, resulting in a power-play goal for Florida. Alexander Nikishin has also played during Chatfield's absence.
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's Eastern Conference Finals opener against the Florida Panthers. The 29-year-old missed the series-clincher against the Washington Capitals last week due to an undisclosed injury. He was on the ice Tuesday morning, but Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour did not confirm that Chatfield would return to the lineup, though he noted that he "definitely wants to play." If Chatfield is still sidelined on Tuesday, Scott Morrow is expected to make his Stanley Cup Playoffs debut. The 22-year-old could add a lot to the team after having a solid 14-game spell with Carolina during the regular season. Morrow recorded six points (one goal, five assists), 23 shots, and 16 blocks with a plus-four rating.
Jalen Chatfield Expected to Play in Conference Finals Opener
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (undisclosed) is on track to be available for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Hurricanes are still awaiting an opponent for the matchup, and it's unclear when the series will start; however, head coach Rod Brind'Amour hopes to have Chatfield back in the lineup when play resumes for the team. Chatfield missed his first postseason action of the year when the Hurricanes closed out their second-round series against the Washington Capitals with a 3-1 victory on Thursday. Alexander Nikishin took his spot in the lineup, making his NHL debut. Chatfield has tallied one goal, eight shots on goal, 11 blocks, and nine hits in nine appearances this postseason.
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (undisclosed) will be in the lineup on Thursday for Game 5 against the Washington Capitals. The 28-year-old was hurt in Game 4 on Monday and did not participate in Wednesday's practice. However, Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour told reporters that Chatfield will be fine for Thursday's contest. In nine playoff outings, Chatfield has produced one goal with eight shots. Additionally, he has recorded 11 blocks and nine hits. Due to his offensive limitations, Chatfield is not a productive fantasy performer, but he plays an effective game for the Hurricanes, sitting tied for the team lead with a plus-six rating.
Jalen Chatfield Agrees To Three-Year Extension With Hurricanes
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield will extend his stay with the team until 2027. He will skip unrestricted free agency after agreeing to a three-year, $9 million extension. Following his NHL debut with the Vancouver Canucks, Chatfield joined the Hurricanes during the 2021-22 season. He has steadily developed ever since and managed career-high numbers across several categories this term. The 28-year-old recorded 22 points (eight goals, 14 assists) in 72 games with 90 shots, 66 blocks, 58 hits, and a plus-15 rating. Chatfield's previous deal paid him $1.525 million across two years.
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