Goalie Start
Andersen is in the starter's crease at the Hurricanes' morning skate.
Lemieux has been out since March 4th but will be back in the Kings lineup vs. the Oilers. Lemieux, who is known more for his rugged style of play than his offence, has just three points (1G / 2A) in his last 22 games.
Kotkanieimi suffered a lower-body injury late in Tuesday's win in Washington on a questionable hit from Lars Eller. Jordan Martinook (undisclosed) could be back in the lineup on Thursday to replace Kotkanieimi on the fourth line.
The Hurricanes selected Gunler in the second-round of the 2020 NHL Draft and he has remained in Sweden since then. The 20-year-old had 13 goals with 10 assists (23 points) in 52 games with Brynas IF Gavle (SHL) this season.