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The Canes' netminder stopped all 22 shots he faced, and the Stankoven line provided both goals to get Carolina ahead of the series with a 2-0 win over Ottawa.

Kicking off postseason hockey across the league, the Canes aim for a big start in their tough opening-round matchup with a feisty Senators squad.

After speculation drove hockey fans crazy, the league unveiled the schedule for the opening round, allowing everyone to set their plans for the next few weeks.

As the postseason opener draws nearer, we're taking a look at some of the areas that the Canes should focus on if they want to beat Ottawa in the first round.

Over the final eight games, the Canes did all they could to ensure a remarkable season, finishing just behind a few of their franchise bests in the process.

After years of the Bruins, Devils, and Islanders in the opening round, Carolina must contend with a first-time postseason foe when the playoffs begin.

Unger Sorum picks up an assist in his NHL debut, and Bussi stops 28 shots in a surprising start to help the Canes storm into the postseason with a victory.

There isn't anything on the line tonight for either side as the Canes look to finish their 82-game gauntlet without injuries before the postseason fun begins.

Both teams got what they wanted on Monday night, with the Canes claiming the East crown while the Flyers won in the shootout to claim the East's final spot.

The Canes won a pair of games against Central Division opponents to open their road trip and will look to keep it rolling to begin their final back-to-back.