Frederik Andersen Backstops Hurricanes to Playoff Berth

Frederik Andersen made nine saves in a 5-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday. The win officially clinched a playoff berth for the Hurricanes for the eighth consecutive season. Andersen, who was confirmed as the starter earlier in the day, helped anchor a defensive effort that secured the Metropolitan Division-leading team's third win in their last four games.