The Hurricanes have clinched a playoff berth, but with home-ice advantage still possible for the first round Carolina doesn't plan to let up. So Cam Ward will make his 27th straight start tonight against the lowly Islanders.
Islanders Game Previews
News & Observer: Play him or rest him?
Associated Press: Islanders-Hurricanes preview
Newsday: Isles are out, but still look forward to playoffs
IslandersPointBlank.com: Streit practices, and other roster notes (some Isles injury updates here)
For an Islanders perspective, visit Lighthouse Hockey.
Hurricanes News
N&O's Talking Points: Canes playoff matchups
CarolinaHurricanes.com: Despite clinching, Canes' outlook unchanged
From The Rink: SBN Hockey picks NHL award winners
Sportsnet: Brophy: Last goalie standing
Technician (N.C. State student newspaper): Become a Caniac