The Carolina Hurricanes left for Helsinki Sunday night, less than 24 hours after Saturday's game. They arrived in Finland & immediately got to work at "The Cave".
For some, this is a new experience. For others, it's a homecoming.
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Nikolaj Ehlers said today's win was "absolutely special."
“Even Juice getting one — that’s what you want. You obviously want to get the two points, but seeing them score makes it a little more special. We’re happy we were able to get the win for those guys today.”
It was a memorable first NHL game on home soil for Sebastian Aho
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The 15-3-2 @Canes have the most wins by a reigning #StanleyCup champion in nearly a century (tied) and remain perfect all-time in games played outside North America after Europeans accounted for all their goals in the #NHLGlobalSeries opener.
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European players accounted for all four #Canes goals today – the most combined goals scored by European players for one team in a game played outside of North America.
Jesperi Kotkaniemi had a huge smile on his face post-game and called it "surreal" seeing his family and friends in the stands.
“It was awesome... I got pretty excited hearing Fishy in the starting lineup too. That’s a pretty cool moment... It was just a great night.”