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Staal will not play in Friday's game against the Penguins for personal/family reasons.
Staal's absence Friday explains Lucas Wallmark's promotion from AHL Charlotte earlier in the day. Without Staal available, the Hurricanes will have to shuffle either Wallmark or Josh Jooris into the lineup and make necessary adjustments to the power play. Given the quick turnaround, It wouldn't be surprising if the veteran pivot is also unavailable for the first contest upon a three-game road trip that begins in Detroit on Saturday.
