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Hurricanes Put Kochetkov on IR After Surgery Decision as Coach Says Season Likely Over

Brandon Bussi becomes the starter following Carolina’s recall of defenseman Gavin Bayreuther.

Dec 17, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov (52) stops the puck against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Carolina placed goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov on injured reserve Monday, the latest step in an issue that already cost him October and the end of November.
  • Head coach Rod Brind’Amour said Kochetkov elected to undergo surgery and is probably out for the year, according to team reporter Walt Ruff.
  • Kochetkov, 26, logged nine games this season with a 6-3-0 record, a 2.33 goals-against average, a .899 save percentage and one shutout.
  • Brandon Bussi is expected to carry the crease after starting 14 games with 12 wins, a 2.10 GAA and a .912 save percentage.
  • Carolina recalled defenseman Gavin Bayreuther from AHL Chicago, and Pro Hockey Rumors reported Frederik Andersen was designated to injured reserve as part of the roster shuffle.