What happened: Mark Jankowski scored late in the opening frame to give the Carolina Hurricanes a 2-0 lead through 20 minutes of play. The forward's shot found the net to cap a dominant two-goal first period for Carolina.

Why it matters: The matchup wraps up the 2026 NHL Global Series in Finland as Carolina concludes its overseas showcase. Establishing early control provides the Hurricanes crucial momentum as they look to secure two points abroad before returning to North American regular-season play.

What to watch: Carolina looks to protect its two-goal cushion over the final 40 minutes as the teams return for the second period.