Andrei Svechnikov injury: Hurricanes star will have season-ending surgery

The Carolina Hurricanes’ worst fears were realized Tuesday as Andrei Svechnikov will have season-ending surgery.

TSN Hockey’s Chris Johnston reported the news and tweeted:

“Andrei Svechnikov will have season-ending knee surgery on Thursday. Huge loss for the #hurricanes.”

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The 22-year-old Russian was a budding star and Carolina’s top wing. He had 23 goals and 32 assists for 55 points before the injury.

His absence could impact both the race for the Metropolitan Division and the Eastern Conference playoffs. Only the Bruins had a better record. Carolina entered Tuesday with 94 points and was tied with the New Jersey Devils for first place in the Metro.