Hurricanes shut out Senators

The intense atmosphere in Raleigh was established just seconds after the opening faceoff as the two captains dropped their gloves.

Carolina's defense proved impenetrable, with Andersen making several key stops during an Ottawa power play in the third period.

The Senators had a goal called back for offside, which proved to be a turning point in the match.

Game 2 is scheduled for Monday night, with Ottawa needing to find a way past the Hurricanes' disciplined defensive system.