Brett Bellemore is dealing with a minor illness, but he should still be able to play in Friday's game against the Capitals.

Bellemore is dealing with a minor illness, but he should still be able to play in Friday's game against the Capitals.

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Hurricanes coach Bill Peters said he expects Bellemore and Eric Staal (illness) to play in Friday's game, even though both players missed morning skate.