Blake nets pair of goals Wednesday

Jackson Blake, a 22-year-old right wing for the Carolina Hurricanes, scored twice on four shots in Wednesday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Wild. He has been particularly effective against Minnesota this season, recording three goals and an assist in two games. Over his last eight outings, Blake has tallied three goals and four assists. For the season, he has accumulated six goals, 15 points, 49 shots, 14 PIM, and a plus-5 rating through 20 appearances. Blake is currently playing on the Hurricanes' second line. He signed an eight-year, $45 million contract extension with the Hurricanes in July of 2025.