The Drive with Tim Donnelly

<p class="MsoNormal">With the record the Carolina Hurricanes had in the regular season, where does the concern or doubt come from for the post season? How does he go about explaining to others why he believes what he does? What does he think about Freddie staying in net tonight? Will the NHL freak out if THIS scenario pans out?</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">What about funding? Is there a timeline when they’re hoping to reach an agreement? What might things look like when it’s all said and done?</p>

<p>During the "Daily Checkdown" Dennis & Brian discuss various topics including the NBA Playoffs, 99.9 The Fan giving away $10,000 as part of their Canes 10K giveaway playoff payout, a 32-field soccer tournament announced for the city of Cary, where the NCHSAA currently stands with the NIL policy, and the Hurricanes win in Game 1, including Seth Jarvis' impressive performance. </p> <p>Also, how will New Jersey Devils' rookie goaltender Akira Schmid respond in the remainder of this series after being pulled in the Game 1 loss? </p>

<p>Walt Ruff, Hurricanes editorial content producer & team reporter joins Dennis & Brain to discuss what the team did well in their 5-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils in Game 1. He breaks down how the Hurricanes were able to shut down the speed of the Devils and irritate rookie goaltender Akira Schmid. He also gives insight into what the strategy should be ahead of Game 2.  </p> <p>Also, Dennis & Brian "Hit It & Quit It" on various topics including the Hurricanes Game 1 win, gambling probe in NC, portal shopping for Duke/UNC, and a 32-field soccer tournament announced for Cary.</p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers are preparing for their reset season under new head coach Frank Reich and first-round draft pick, Bryce Young.  Have the Panthers as an organization done enough this offseason with the players they've acquired to support the young quarterback? Joe Person, Carolina Panthers writer for The Athletic joins Dennis & Brian to discuss what goals should be of the team ahead of this season. </p> <p>Also, the Hurricanes win game one over the Devils with a 5-1 victory. Goaltender Freddie Andersen was solid, but will we see Antti Raanta at some point in the series? </p>

<p>The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the New Jersey Devils 5-1 in Game One of the second round in front of their home crowd inside PNC Arena. Not only did the Hurricanes' defensemen deliver, but Seth Jarvis, Sebastian Aho, Jordan Staal, and Jordan Martinook all had great showings. Dennis Cox & Brian Murphy, WRALSports investigator, discuss the good start to the series. </p>

<p>Scott Fitterer, general manager of the Carolina Panthers joins Dennis & Louis to discuss the process of drafting Bryce Young and when he knew that he was the guy. He also explains what the goals are of the team now that Young is their quarterback and with the acquired players they've bought in during the off-season.  </p> <p>Also, Chris, Dennis, and Louis "Hit & Quit It" on various topics including their conversation with Scott Fitterer, Devils vs. Hurricanes Game 1, goaltending, and NBA MVP - Joel Embiid. Kacey Hintz, WRAL Sports, joins Louis & Dennis to give her opinion on who should start in net tonight for the Hurricanes.</p>

<p>Jamie Hersch, NHL Network, joins Dennis & Louis to provide insight on game one of the second round between the New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes. She gives us a preview of what the Hurricanes can expect in rookie goaltender Arika Schmid of the Devils. She also responds to Dennis & Louis's question of whether the Hurricanes have the advantage in net.</p> <p>Also, on Wednesday, the state of North Carolina became the 28th state association in the United States to pass a policy allowing high school athletes to profit off their name, image, and likeness. The NCHSAA Board of Directors held a vote to approve the policy for more than 180,000 student-athletes at NCHSAA member schools</p>

<p>A historic playoff rival is renewed as the New Jersey Devils face the Carolina Hurricanes in game one of the second rounds in the Stanely Cup Playoffs. Dennis Cox & Louis Fernandez, WRAL Sports, are outside of PNC Arena to preview the matchup tonight. Not only is there a lot of history between these two teams, but they battled for the first-place spot in the Metropolitan Divison throughout the regular season. What kind of series can we expect to see?</p>

<p>During the "Daily Checkdown" Chris and Dennis discuss how there's already a mock draft out for the 2024 NFL Draft and it has Drake Maye projected to go fourth overall to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Also, the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs begins tomorrow night as the Carolina Hurricanes welcome the New Jersey Devils to PNC Arena for Game One. The Devils are coming off a 4-0 win over the New York Rangers in a Game 7, but is fatigue going to play that much of a factor in game one, with the energy the Devils have? </p>

<p>When fans walk into PNC Arena tomorrow for game one of the second round between the New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes, they'll see some Devils fans in attendance and most likely they'll be from the local area. This has always been an ongoing joke with the Hurricanes fanbase when it comes to opposing fans attending games in Raleigh. Well, public data shows that in nearby cities in Raleigh, there are registered voters whose birthplace shows that they moved here to join the rapidly growing community.</p> <p>Also, Carolina Hurricanes history shows since relocating to Raleigh, they've never lost a playoff series to a rookie goaltender, so what will they have to do to beat Akira Schmid, rookie goalie for the New Jersey Devils in this upcoming series? </p>

<p>The stage is now set for the second round for the Carolina Hurricanes as they'll face Metropolitan opponent, the New Jersey Devils with whom they split in the regular season. Freddie Anderson didn't face the New Jersey Devils in the regular season as Antti Raanta got the shootout win and Pyotr Kochetkov acquired one win and two losses in front of the net, leaving us with the question of who should the Canes start in goal first? Also, the Hurricanes control home-ice advantage throughout the rest of the playoffs, but after what we saw in the first round, does that matter much anymore?</p> <p>Also, today it was announced by the Carolina Panthers that quarterback Bryce Young will wear the No. 9 in Charlotte this upcoming season. Does this make Bryce Young already the best Panthers player to wear No. 9? Chris and Dennis go through previous members of the Panthers roster to see if this question holds true. </p>

<p>In the Daily Checkdown, Chris Lea & Dennis Cox share the tops stories of the day, including UNC football coach Mack Brown not liking how ACC football has gone away from divisions, Steph Curry dropping 50 points against the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Playoffs, the NFL Draft, Carolina Hurricanes, and more. </p>

<p>UNC football coach Mack Brown told Adam Gold that he's not a fan of divisions being taken away in ACC football. Chris Lea & Dennis Cox state why they believe no divisions is the best thing for the conference. </p> <p>Plus, they "Hit It & Quit It" on various topics including the Carolina Panthers and the NFL Draft, Steph Curry scoring 50 points in Game 7 of their first-round matchup in the NBA Playoffs against the Sacramento Kings, Game 7 between the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the Boston Bruins getting eliminated by the Florida Panthers. </p>

<p>Vashti Hurt of Carolina Blitz breaks down the NFL Draft of the Carolina Panthers, and offers her take on 2023 NFL Draft class for Carolina, including BJ Johnson and Bryce Young.</p> <p>Plus, Dennis Cox & Chris Lea differ on when players should come out college to the NFL Draft after only one NC State football player was drafted. </p>

<p>Chris Lea & Dennis Cox discuss the top stories of the weekend, including the NFL Draft and the picks made by the Carolina Panthers, and offer their draft grades for Carolina. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes await the winner of the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers in Game 7 of their first-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including who should start in goal for the Hurricanes.</p> <p>Also, Pat Welter of WRALSports joined Chirs & Dennis to debate which team had the better offseason: UNC basketball, Duke basketball, or NC State basketball. </p>

<p>There's a lot to hit on during today's daily check-down including day two of the NFL Draft, North Meck star Isaiah Evans committing to Duke, Bryce Young going number one to the Carolina Panthers, and the Carolina Hurricanes needing a must-win against the New York Islanders tonight in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Chris Lea and Dennis Cox share what they're most excited about with Bryce Young and Adam Gold previews the Hurricanes' pivotal game against the Islanders.</p>

<p>Can the Carolina Hurricanes take care of business against the New York Islanders in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Rod Brind'Amour didn't comment on who the starting goaltender would be ahead of tonight's game. The bigger question that needs to be answered is which player is going to step up for a close-out series win. Also, Kacy Hintz, WRAL Sports comments on if the fanbase is being too negative despite leading the series 3-2 and what the Canes need to do to close out this series.</p> <p>Also, Dennis explains why the NFL Draft is pure reality television in spite of Will Levis not being drafted during the first round last evening. </p>

<p>It's official, last night with the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft the Carolina Panthers selected Bryce Young as their future quarterback. Bryce Young had his introductory press conference this afternoon at Bank of America Stadium as he spoke with the media. Pat Welter of WRAL Sports is on-site and shares what the experience was like as the fans welcomed Bryce Young and what stood out the most during his press conference.</p> <p>Also, the Carolina Hurricanes return to action tonight as they face the New York Islanders in Game 6 on the road in Long Island. Rod Brind'Amour hasn't announced who the starting goaltender will be. It's important for the Carolina Hurricanes to close things out tonight so that they don't have to return to PNC Arena for Game 7 on Sunday. </p> <p> </p>

<p>Former NFL quarterback and CBS correspondent Boomer Esiason spoke with Chris Lea about who he thinks the Carolina Panthers will be picking first overall. Boomer also speaks on his relationship with his former roommate Frank Reich and how much he's spoken with him ahead of the NFL Draft. He also shares what Frank Reich needs to do in his first season as head coach for the Carolina Panthers, with this number one overall draft pick on his roster. </p> <p>Also, Gerald Owens of WRAL Sports is live in Kansas City at the NFL Draft, providing coverage and describing the atmosphere ahead of the draft. </p>

<p>Pat Welter, WRAL News joins Chris and Dennis from the Carolina Panthers headquarters in Charlotte ahead of the NFL Draft this evening. Pat describes what the atmosphere is like at the facility and what he's expecting as he provides draft coverage tonight for WRAL. Chris and Dennis give him five questions to answer and try to see if Pat has received a sneak peek at who the Panthers are selecting tonight during his time within the organization. </p> <p>Also, Chris and Dennis take a look back at the NFL History regarding quarterbacks who went No. 1 overall in the NFL Draft</p>

<p>The day has finally arrived, the NFL Draft is here. Chris Lea and Dennis Cox have you pre-draft coverage on 99.9 The Fan. Speculation shows that Alabama quarterback Bryce Young seems to be the guy despite his size. After the Panthers select their first overall pick in the draft, what's left for them in the draft and what other players are needed to make sure their top-draft pick is successful in his first season?</p> <p>Also, Chris Carlin of ESPN and host of the NFL draft joins Chris and Dennis to give a preview of what things are looking like out in Kansas City. </p>

<p>Sal Paolantonio, ESPN NFL correspondent discusses his process of being embedded with the Carolina Panthers for NFL Draft coverage. He's been providing speaking with different individuals within the Panthers organization about the available quarterbacks in this year's draft class and what they've been looking for. He also shares the potential that the quarterback drafted has when it comes to learning under Andy Dalton, and new head coach Frank Reich.</p> <p>Also, we answer your #HeyJoe questions. </p>

<p>The Hurricanes had a chance last even in Game 5 inside PNC Arena to advance to the second of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but the New York Islanders had other plans... The "Hockey Gods" indeed weren't on the side of the Hurricanes as their first goal scored on the power play was called back due to an office call, and Brock Nelson was able to make it 2-0 by volleying down a puck that bounced off the face of Carolina's Sebastian Aho face. The Hurricanes still have a chance to close out their series on the road in Game 6, but is a Game 7 looming in the team's future? </p>

<p>After an anonymous Reddit post, the betting lines for Will Levis to be taken by the Carolina Panthers have drastically shifted. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio point out how Las Vegas betting odds can drastically shift around the NFL Draft, and how sports books have to take all things into consideration.</p> <p>Also during the Daily Checkdown, conversations about the S2 congitive test, The Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler about to close out the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Carolina Hurricanes looking to finish of the New York Islanders. </p>

<p>Daron Vaught of USA Baseball broke down the long term ramifications for UNC baseball and NC State baseball after both teams got swept in their respective series in ACC baseball over the weekend. Joe Giglio points out to Daron that if something good can happen to North Carolina, it will.</p> <p>Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle shared with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio that the Houston Texans might not be high on CJ Stroud as a QB, but that he wouldn't be surprised if the Texans used the 12th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft to make a move to take a QB. But, it could all be smokescreens.</p>

<p>Even with a 3-1 series lead, the Carolina Hurricanes need to treat Game 5 against the New York Islanders as a 'must-win' game to be well rested for the next round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against either the New York Rangers or the New Jersey Devils. Mike Maniscalco previews tonight's Game 5 between the Canes & Isles.</p>

<p>The Carolina Hurricanes have a chance to close out their series against the New York Islanders in Game 5 of their first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio point out how the Canes need to approach it as a must-win.</p> <p>Plus, Jimmy Butler continues to show he steps it up in the NBA playoffs for the Miami Heat. </p>

<p>In the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Louis Fernandez discuss the latest with the college basketball transfer portal with UNC basketball and NC State basketball adding players through the portal, Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers being traded to the New York Jets, the SEC looking to eliminate storming the field and court after wins; the NFL Draft finally arriving for the Carolina Panthers, and the Carolina Hurricanes crushing the New York Islanders in Game 4 of their first round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.</p> <p>Plus, the next on the list of Top-10 and Bottom-10 draft picks all time for the Carolina Panthers. </p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers are taking a quarterback No. 1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, with signs pointing towards Alabama football QB Bryce Young. Joe Ovies & Louis Fernandez point out that whether it's Young or CJ Stroud, that first-round QB's have a 50/50 chance of hitting at best.</p> <p>Ovies & Fernandez react to the breaking news that Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers was officially being traded to the New York Jets. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes dominate the New York Islanders in Game 4 to take a 3-1 series lead, and how it's important to go ahead and close out the series not and not mess around. </p>

<p>Brian Murphy, WRAL Sports Investigative Reporter, shared the latest with Joe Ovies & Louis Fernandez on the legalization of sports gambling and mobile sports wagering in North Carolina and where it stands in the North Carolina General Assembly. Murphy also discusses how various state governments have different rules regarding Name, Image & Likeness deals for college athletes, and how the NCAA is still trying to push Congress for legislation, though the federal government doesn't appear to want anything to do with it.</p> <p>Also, #HeyJoe questions from listeners. </p>

<p>The Carolina Hurricanes blow out New York Islanders in Game 4, 5-2, taking a 3-1 series lead in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Joe Ovies & Louis Fernandez point out how the Hurricanes bounced back from a Game 3 loss, and that the Canes showed once again that the Islanders can't skate with them.</p> <p>UNC basketball continues to add players through the transfer portal, including Harrison Ingram from Stanford. Joe Ovies & Louis Fernandez discuss North Carolina and head coach Hubert Davis, and how he's still shaping the roster to his liking as he enters year 3.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio break down Game 3 between the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Islanders as the Canes look to take a 3-0 series lead. </p> <p>Also, the NCAA is changing rules with college football when it comes to the clock stopping when a team gains a first-down.</p> <p>Plus, NBA players continue to take cheap shots on the floor at each other. </p>

<p>Tom Gulitti of NHL.com shared his thoughts on the series so far between the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Islanders, including the loss of Teuvo Teravainen for the Hurricanes, if the Islanders can climb out of their 2-0 defecit, and what the Canes might do in net. </p> <p>Bomani Jones of ESPN & HBO discussed the NFL suspending multiple players for violating league rules regarding gambling and sports betting. Jones shares his thoughts on how desperation and stupidity can lead to bad decisions. Jones also discusses the NBA, including the Memphis Grizzles and LA Lakers where Dillon Brooks is trying to antagonize LeBron James. </p>

<p>UNC basketball gets a transfer in Cormac Ryan from Notre Dame basketball. </p> <p>Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play voice Mike Maniscalco gave his break down of Game 3 between the Carolina Hurricanes at the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Maniscalco discusses the injury to Teuvo Teravainen, lineup changes, and if we'll see Antti Raanta in goal for the Hurricanes as the series shifts to New York.</p>

<p>The Carolina Hurricanes face the New York Islanders in Game 3 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Ovies & Giglio say that with a 2-0 series lead, the Canes could essentially finish the series tonight.</p> <p>With the NFL suspending multiple players from the Detroit Lions, as well as a player on the Washington Commanders, for gambling, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio says that the NFL has every right to suspend player for clearly laid out rules when it comes to sports betting.</p> <p>Cuffs The Legend discusses the NBA Playoffs, including LeBron James and the LA Lakers' matchup with the Memphis Grizzles, and how Dillon Brooks is trying to get under the skin of LBJ.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss the latest in the NBA Playoffs, including the Memphis Grizzles getting a win over the LA Lakers which saw Dillon Brooks trying to get under the skin of LeBrone James. Plus, a viral video of an unruly passenger on a Southwest Airlines flight complaining about a crying baby, NFL coaching changes, the NFL Draft and Ohio State QB Stroud, and the Carolina Hurricanes getting a 4-3 OT win over the New York Islanders to take a 2-0 series lead in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.</p> <p>Plus, Ovies & Giglio continue their list of top-10 and bottom-to Carolina Panthers draft picks of all time. </p>

<p>Jeremy Markovich of the NC Rabbit Hole watched Season 3 of Outer Banks, and actually found something that was truly 'North Carolina' about the show.</p> <p>The Carolina Hurricanes earned a 4-3 OT comeback win over the New York Islanders, but it came at a cost as the Hurricanes lost forward Teuvo Teravainen to a broken hand that required surgery. </p> <p>Alabama super fan Demetri Ravanos tells Joe Giglio and Joe Ovies that Bryce Young might be best served getting drafted to another team other than the Carolina Panthers in the 2023 NFL Draft.</p>

<p>Carolina Hurricanes color commentator Tripp Tracy shared his thoughts on the Game 2 win for the Hurricanes over the New York Islanders, including the injury to Teuvo Teravainen and if the NHL should hand out any additional punishment to Jean-Gabriel Pageau and to Matt Martin. Tracy also weighs in on what the Carolina Hurricanes should do in goal.</p> <p>Also, #HeyJoe questions from listeners. </p>

<p>The Carolina Hurricanes took a 2-0 series lead over the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but injuries and concerns continue to mount for the Hurricanes after the latest injury with Teuvo Teravainen out indefinitely with a broken hand. Also, both head coaches have issues with the officiating.</p> <p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio finally feel like they've found their 'NFL Draft controversy' for the 2023 NFL Draft, and it revolves around Ohio State QB CJ Stroud. Ovies & Giglio wonder why there's hate towards Stroud, but are also curious as to why Bryce Young supporters are coming after them when it comes to the Carolina Panthers drafting No. 1 overall.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio break down the latest with Tiger Woods after another surgery to his leg, Draymond Green was suspended by the NBA for one game in their series against the Sacramento Kings, The Carolina Panthers are looking like they're going to draft Bryce Young, NC State basketball gets a transfer in MJ Rice from Kansas basketball, and the Carolina Hurricanes are set to face the New York Islanders in Game 2 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as they NHL postseason is in full swing. Do the Carolina Hurricanes need to go with a goalie rotation?</p>

<p>Wes Durham of the ACC Network & ESPN shared with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio his thoughts on NC State basketball being active in the college basketball transfer portal, including getting former 5-star guard MJ Rice from Kansas basketball. The three discuss how head coach Kevin Keatts has been using the transfer portal to his benefit.</p> <p>Also, Ovies & Giglio give you the next on their list of top-10 and bottom-10 draft picks all-time for the Carolina Panthers.</p>

<p>Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play voice Mike Maniscalco gave a breakdown of Game 1 between the Canes and the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and shared his thoughts on Game 2 and the series moving forward. Maniscalco addressed with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio how the power play was a factor in Game 1 for Carolina, but if it can sustain through the playoffs. Plus, Maniscalco said it's the right call to go back to Antti Raanta in Game 2, but wonders if at some point we'll see Frederik Andersen in net for the Hurricanes.</p>

<p>All signs are pointing to the Carolina Panthers drafting Alabama QB Bryce Young No. 1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. Joe Giglio tells Joe Ovies that Young has to prove he can withstand physically in the NFL, but also make the plays on the field when everything breaks down like he did at Alabama.</p> <p>The Carolina Hurricanes face the New York Islanders in Game 2 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Antti Raanta will get the start in goal once again. Joe Ovies argues that the Hurricanes should go with a rotation and start Frederik Andersen in Game 3 no matter the result of Game 2.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio break down the Game 1 win for the Carolina Hurricanes over the New York Islanders backed by strong showings from defenseman Brent Burns, and goalie Antti Raanta. Ovies wonders if having Raanta in a rotation with Frederik Andersen is the correct move going forward in net for the Hurricanes. </p> <p>Also, all signs are pointing to the Carolina Panthers drafting Bryce Young from Alabama football to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Plus, Ovies & Giglio give the next on their list of top-10 and bottom-10 draft picks all time for the Carolina Panthers. </p>

<p>Daron Vaught of USA Baseball gave the latest breakdown on ACC baseball, including where NC State baseball and UNC baseball currently project in the NCAA Tournament, and if Duke baseball can find their way into the field. Vaught also says it's likely that ECU baseball, Campbell baseball, and Wake Forest baseball will also host regionals.</p> <p>Duke football coach Mike Elko joined Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio in studio to discuss the changing landscape of college football and college sports as a whole with the transfer portal, other coaching trying to poach his players, the quick rise to a 9-win season, and building the program in Durham.</p>

<p>With the 2023 NFL Draft next week, it appears the Carolina Panthers are going to draft Alabama QB Bryce Young with the No. 1 overall pick. Joe Ovies tells Joe Giglio that he's concerned that the Carolina Panthers are hoping Bryce Young is an outlier and that history is not on their side.</p> <p>Also, the college basketball transfer portal saw NC State guard Jack Clark go to Clemson, but Clemson center Ben Middlebrooks transfer to NC State in the same day. </p>

<p>The Carolina Hurricanes took down the New York Islanders in Game 1 of their first round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, 2-1. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio break down how Brent Burns and the power play were the keys to Carolina's win, and wonder if goalie Antti Raanta will be able to hold up for a long playoff run, and if we'll see Frederik Andersen at some point during the series.</p> <p>Plus, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was ejected from their Game 2 loss to the Sacramento Kings after stomping on an opponent. Ovies & Giglio say this is not new behaviour from Draymond. </p>

<p>What can we anticipate in tonight's game against the Islanders? What game does this closely relate to? Which goalie will be in net tonight and will that be the same goalie all series? Plus the latest NBA news. Why is everyone getting hurt?? </p>

<p dir="ltr">Here are the top 5 stories of the day.... </p> <p dir="ltr">#5: wolfs </p> <p dir="ltr">#4: Hurts gets paid</p> <p dir="ltr">#3: The Brotherhood going Big!</p> <p dir="ltr">#2: NBA playoffs, injuries</p> <p dir="ltr">#1: Canes</p> <p> </p>