Although we’re just a couple of days away from the beginning of the 2020-21 season, I don’t think it’s ever too early to start looking towards the future, especially with the Seattle Kraken 2021 Expansion Draft just months away. In the Vegas Golden Knights’ Expansion Draft back in 2017, the Hurricanes escaped relatively unscathed, as
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Throughout 47 games last season, Dougie Hamilton was a lead candidate for the MVP of the Carolina Hurricanes. Not only that, but the Toronto, Ontario-born defenseman was in the running for the Norris Trophy as well. However, on Jan. 16, 2020, his blazing momentum was halted when he broke his left fibula in a game
A new year, a new Carolina Hurricanes. Well, not really. After ending the 2019-20 season with a loss to the Boston Bruins in the first round of the playoff bubble, the Hurricanes remained largely inactive in free agency, instead opting to rely on their young core of players to continue to develop. The move makes
The NHL and NHLPA are still in talks about the exact logistics of the new 2020-21 season. Last week, it was reported that a season start was decided for Jan. 13, 2021, and will include a 56-game schedule before the playoffs. A great start, but issues still remain. Most notably, what to do about the divisional
Traditionally, the Carolina Hurricanes show their gratitude to their fans in the last week of every regular season. Since there wasn’t a fan appreciation week for the 2019-20 season, the Hurricanes have chosen to call Dec. 14-20 their virtual fan appreciation week. The appreciation week is well deserved — these fans are a faithful breed
The 2020-21 hockey season is nearly set after much bickering between the NHL and the Players Association. The new season is expected to begin on Jan. 13, 2021, and will be played in a condensed, 56-game schedule. From an NHL team exec this monrning, FWIW: “NHL is season is starting Jan 13th. Confirmed last night.
As 2020 nears its close, the new NHL season still appears in doubt, with reports that it may start in mid-January. As a result, teams and the league are considering any last-ditch ideas to help save the season. Reports earlier in the week stated that a few NHL teams are considering playing multiple outdoor games
The Carolina Hurricanes haven’t been the most active team during the offseason, having only added a few pieces, but when looking forward to what their lineup could look like for the 2020-21 season, the structure of their roster still looks much improved from the start of last season. After losing multiple key players to injury
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news that the Carolina Hurricanes will look to get an extension done with Dougie Hamilton as soon as possible. Meanwhile, forward Bobby Ryan detailed why he chose the Detroit Red Wings in free agency and could a former Montreal Canadiens forward return to the NHL? If he does,
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news surrounding Joe Thornton and his eventual return to the NHL. He’s making a stop in Switzerland but the Toronto Maple Leafs are rumored to be very interested in his services. Who are the favorites to land Mike Hoffman? If the Bruins, what does that mean for their
What better word describes Justin Williams’ career than legendary? While the saying holds true: “Legends never die,” the time finally came for the 39-year-old Cobourg, Ontario-native to announce his retirement on Thursday. Related: Carolina Hurricanes’ Jersey History Even among his illustrious achievements and awards, he leaves behind an immeasurable impact on the city of Raleigh,
With the 13th Pick in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the Carolina Hurricanes Have Selected Seth Jarvis From the Portland Winterhawks of the WHL About Seth Jarvis Jarvis is the kind of offensive catalyst that simply demands the puck, and for good reason. A creative passer and shooter with excellent agility, he is able to
Since their first-round playoff exit at the hands of the Boston Bruins, general manager Don Waddell and the Carolina Hurricanes have wasted little time searching for ways to re-tool their team during the short offseason. Rumors surfaced recently of the Hurricanes exploring the goalie market, namely Frederik Andersen of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Carolina also
One of the Carolina Hurricanes’ biggest strengths lies within their defense. Their squad is stacked on the back end and will be for years to come. Yet, quality depth scoring on offense was a shortcoming last season. With such a good core of defenders, should the club subtract from defense to address their lack of
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is an update on contract negotiations between the Carolina Hurricanes and Dougie Hamilton, the Pittsburgh Penguins have said they’ll be moving on from one of their defensemen, and are the Edmonton Oilers a team that could make a deal with the Penguins for an available goaltender? Finally, Torey Krug
It may be a Round 1 exit, but it doesn’t really feel that way. The Carolina Hurricanes hoped for a longer run, but the Boston Bruins once again blew the whistle on their season, eliminating the Hurricanes from the playoffs for the second straight year. The good news is, the ‘Canes took a game and
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is talk that Andrei Svechnikov could miss the remainder of the playoffs after a nasty injury in a game versus the Boston Bruins. Speaking of the Bruins, could there be some thought to part ways with Tuukka Rask? The New York Rangers might consider trading their first overall pick
Watching Sebastian Aho play throughout the Carolina Hurricanes series against the New York Rangers, you might forget the NHL took a four-month break. Call it mid-season form, or chalk it up to the added intensity that comes with playoff hockey, but Aho’s dominance in the Hurricanes’ three-game sweep of the Rangers was some of the