Mike Reilly’s two assists marked his first points in the NHL playoffs after a long absence from the lineup due to injury. He contributed significantly in a 3-0 win over the Flyers in Game 1 of the second round.
Reilly had a plus-3 rating in the game, showcasing his impact on the ice. He filled in for Alexander Nikishin, who was out due to concussion protocol. This was Reilly’s first appearance in the postseason this year.
Before this game, Reilly did not play in the first-round series against the Senators. His two assists were his first points since March 14 against the Lightning. Prior to this game, he had nine points over 42 regular-season appearances.
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Six points over 21 postseason outings prior to this year and 32 years old.
Rod Brind’Amour commented on Reilly’s performance, stating, “We were kind of thinking Nikishin was gonna play, but he didn’t. But Reils has done this all year.” Brind’Amour also noted that it is important to get a win, but he expressed uncertainty about how much one game carries over to the next.
This victory positions the Carolina Hurricanes favorably as they aim for deeper success in the playoffs. The team will look to build on this momentum as they continue their postseason journey.
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