John-Michael Liles (illness) took part in Saturday's gameday skate, but appears unlikely to play later in the evening against the Rangers.

Liles (illness) took part in Saturday's gameday skate, but appears unlikely to play later in the evening against the Rangers.

Analysis:

Because the Hurricanes will be playing the first game of a back-to-back set with the Rangers on Saturday, it seems like coach Bill Peters could be hesitant to slot Liles back in the lineup for two games right off the bat. He remained on the ice for extra work after the morning skate concluded, suggesting he'd serve as a scratch for Saturday's game. Though he'll miss his third straight contest, there would seem to be a good possibility that he returns to action for the rematch Sunday in New York.