Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_23453931_8 (game VARCHAR, opponent VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many games did they play the carolina hurricanes?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(game) FROM table_23453931_8 WHERE opponent = "Carolina Hurricanes"