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Kotkaniemi scored a goal on four shots, added two PIM and logged two hits in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Flames.

With Mark Jankowski (lower body) the latest forward to get hurt, Kotkaniemi is playing an increasingly important role in the Hurricanes' bottom six. He's risen to the occasion with goals in consecutive contests. For the season, he's at two goals, two assists, nine shots on net, 12 hits, six PIM and a plus-1 rating across eight appearances. Until Carolina gets healthier up front, Kotkaniemi should see steady playing time.

Sharangovich scored a goal on six shots in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Hurricanes.

Sharangovich's tally with 4:28 left in the third period stood as the game-winner. The 28-year-old forward is filling a middle-six role and has done an admirable job on a low-scoring roster. He has two goals, two assists, 16 shots and a minus-1 rating through eight appearances this season. As long as the plus-minus rating doesn't get too negative, Sharangovich could have some appeal in deep fantasy formats as a depth scorer.

Frost scored a power-play goal on three shots and added an assist in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Hurricanes.

This was Frost's first multi-point effort of the season. He started the year in rough form but has turned things around as the Flames have settled into the campaign. Frost has three goals, two assists, three power-play points, 17 shots on net and a minus-7 rating across eight appearances in a top-six role.

Fantilli scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Sunday's 2-1 loss to the Wild.

Fantilli hasn't gotten into a rhythm yet this season. He's scored twice and added an assist over seven games while adding 19 shots on net, 13 hits, 10 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating. The 22-year-old center was a late arrival to camp, missing over a week as an unsigned restricted free agent. That factor, coupled with a light schedule for the Blue Jackets early in the season, may be making it difficult for him to shake off the rust. He's in a top-line role, so his offense should come around eventually.

Head coach Rod Brind'Amour said Sunday that Jankowski has ben sent back to Raleigh to have his lower-body injury assessed, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Jankowski was a late scratch for Sunday's 3-2 loss in Calgary and is now unlikely to be available until after Carolina's current road trip concludes, which will be Saturday in St. Louis. As a result of Jankowski returning home, it wouldn't be surprising to see him land on injured reserve in the near future. While the Hurricanes have lost several forwards due to injury recently, the team is expected to have Seth Jarvis (shoulder) return to the lineup soon, as Brind'Amour said Friday that he's hopeful Jarvis will be able to play at some point during this road trip. Nicolas Deslauriers got back into the lineup Sunday due to Jankowski's absence.

Stenberg was recalled from AHL Springfield on Sunday.

Stenberg made 32 regular-season appearances for the Blues last year and recorded three goals, seven assists, 49 hits, 15 blocked shots and five PIM while averaging 13:37 of ice time. He'll provide additional depth for the NHL club since Ross Johnston was placed on injured reserve Sunday due to a lower-body injury.

Sturm (concussion) will be with the team on its upcoming five-game road trip, per Michael Russo of The Athletic on Sunday.

While Sturm will travel with the team on its lengthy road trip, it wasn't revealed when he will be able to return to the lineup. The 31-year-old has missed the past two games due to his concussion and is currently on injured reserve.

Jankowski will not play in Calgary on Sunday due to a lower-body injury.

The Hurricanes' forward depth is certainly being tested early in the season, as Jankowski is now one of four forwards unavailable due to injury. The 32-year-old has been red hot lately, scoring a goal in six straight games. The severity of Jankowski's injury is unknown at this time, so he can be considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup in Vancouver.

Eyssimont scored three goals in AHL Providence's 6-1 win over Hershey on Sunday.

Eyssimont's skills have been on full display early in the AHL season. He has seven goals, one assist, 22 shots on net and a plus-4 rating over four appearances since he was sent down from Boston. Eyssimont could be a call-up option if Pavel Zacha (upper body) lands on injured reserve.

Lettieri was recalled from AHL Toronto on Sunday, Joshua Kloke of The Athletic reports.

Lettieri has gotten off to a hot start with AHL Toronto this year, recording three goals and six assists across his first five regular-season appearances. The 31-year-old hasn't made a regular-season appearance in the NHL since the 2024-25 campaign, but he'll now provide additional depth for the Maple Leafs.