Karel Vejmelka News: Starting Thursday

Vejmelka will defend the road crease in Carolina on Thursday, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.

Vejmelka leads the NHL with 25 victories. He has a 2.56 GAA and a .901 save percentage in 40 appearances this season. The Hurricanes are tied for fourth in NHL scoring, generating 3.38 goals per contest.