Cassidy takes a shot at Brind’Amour prior to pivotal Game 3

The puck drops of Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Boston Bruins later today, but if you think you’re going to get a scoop from Rod Brind’Amour on his lineup, think again. The Hurricanes’ head coach was dismissive of media earlier today when asked about lineup changes, specifically when it comes to goaltending. 

So, Rod… who gets the start in goal? Petr Mrazek or Curtis McElhinney?

Rod Brind'Amour won't reveal his starting goaltender for Game 3: "I can't be the guy who does that. Sorry."

"Do we make a change? We might,” added Brind’Amour. “But that might be for different reasons than you guys think."

When told about Brind’Amour’s cloak and dagger approach, Cassidy fired back with a short quip.

Perfect. Absolutely perfect.

For what it’s worth, Mrazek took the bulk of work yesterday at practice, a move that may indicate that he’s back between the pipes for the Hurricanes tonight.

Time will tell. Puck drop is 8pm ET tonight from PNC Arena in Raleigh, North Carolina.