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Hurricanes will have Nikolaj Ehlers, Alexander Nikishin for Game 1 vs. Flyers

The Carolina Hurricanes have had a full six days off since sweeping the Ottawa Senators in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs — and because of that, they’ll be fully healthy for Game 1 of Round 2 against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday night.

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Hurricanes to get Ehlers back in time for Game 1

Veteran forward Nikolaj Ehlers, 30, hampered by a lower-body injury in the Carolina Hurricanes' first-round sweep of the Ottawa Senators, will return on Saturday, when his club hosts the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Hurricanes’ Nic Deslauriers gets real on matching up against former team in postseason

The second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is officially set between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Philadelphia Flyers, who will face each other in the postseason for the very first time.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 1

Hurricanes Playoff Preview: First Playoff Matachup Against Flyers in Round 2

After waiting a few extra days, the Carolina Hurricanes know their Round 2 opponent. Much like their first playoff meeting with the Ottawa Senators in Round 1, the Hurricanes will face the Philadelphia Flyers for the first time.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 30

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Hurricanes vs. Flyers series preview

Carolina Hurricanes: 1st in Metropolitan Division, 113 points, def. OTT in Round 1 (4-0) Philadelphia Flyers: 3rd in Metropolitan Division, 98 points, def.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 30

Can Flyers continue their surprising run with upset of Hurricanes?

The Philadelphia Flyers have been counted out all season. So how should they be able to beat the Carolina Hurricanes?

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Dan Vladar steals Game 6 to send Flyers to second round

Cam York's overtime winner helps Flyers eliminate Penguins in G6

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 30

One Tussle the Hurricanes and Flyers Can’t Ignore

Heading into this Series 2 match between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Philadelphia Flyers, it’s goalie vs. goalie. Frederik Andersen is on one side, Dan Vladar on the other.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 29

Dan Vladar steals Game 6 to send Flyers to second round

For most of the past 40 years, the Philadelphia Flyers have had one perpetual problem that they have never been able to solve. It is also the most impactful position on the ice. It is the goalie.

Evgeni Malkin's future takes center stage for Penguins

Canadiens overcome blown leads vs. Lightning to steal Game 5

Brady Tkachuk growing sick of trade rumors: 'It's become a distraction'

Former NHL goalie questions compete level of Tristan Jarry

If analytics decided the 2025-26 NHL Awards, who would win?

Alexander Nikishin News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Hurricanes Announce Alexander Nikishin News Before Round 2

The Carolina Hurricanes made quick work of their first-round opponents and clinched their place in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs after sweeping the Ottawa Senators.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour provides key updates on 2 injured players ahead of Round 2

The Carolina Hurricanes were the first team to advance to the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, completing a four-game sweep of the Ottawa Senators in quick fashion.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

How the Hurricanes Can Have Success in Round 2 Regardless of Opponent

While the Carolina Hurricanes are still waiting for their second-round opponent, there are some positive takeaways from their Round 1 sweep of the Ottawa Senators.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Hurricanes hopeful Ehlers, Nikishin will be ready for Round 2

The Carolina Hurricanes showed some optimism on the status of two key injured players as they wait to find out who their opponent will be in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

Hurricanes’ Penalty Kill Dominated the Senators’ Power Play

If I told you the Carolina Hurricanes‘ penalty kill was spectacular and a key contributor to their success, you could pick any of the team’s last eight playoff appearances and be justified in guessing that was what I was referring to.

Charles-Alexis Legault News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 27

Hurricanes Recall Charles-Alexis Legault

The Carolina Hurricanes shared earlier today that Charles-Alexis Legault has been recalled from the AHL’s Chicago Wolves. With Chicago currently in the Calder Cup playoffs, it’s an inopportune time.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / April 27

Does a quick first round boost the Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup chances?

The Carolina Hurricanes dispatched the Ottawa Senators with ease in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, sweeping them while holding them to just five goals.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

Hurricanes’ Second Line Played Key Role in Sweep of Senators

The Carolina Hurricanes have advanced to the second round, sweeping the Ottawa Senators. They’ve become the first team to advance, and they await the winner of the Battle of Pennsylvania.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / April 26

Carolina Hurricanes’ 3 Stars of Round 1

The first Stanley Cup Playoff edition of 3 Stars is here, and what a Round 1 for the Carolina Hurricanes. Instead of winning the series in six or seven games as most predicted, they swept the Ottawa Senators after their 4-2 win on Saturday night.

Frederik Andersen News / NHL Trade Talk / April 26

Vintage Andersen Returns Just When Hurricanes Need Him Most

Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen is cooking right now. After a shaky regular season and questions about whether he still had it as a goalie, he’s been the difference-maker for the Hurricanes in this first-round tilt with Ottawa.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 25

Hurricanes Complete Sweep Of Senators

After 2025’s first round of the NHL Playoffs had no sweeps, we have our first of 2026. The Carolina Hurricanes 4-2 win in Game 4 over the Ottawa Senators finished off their series as Logan Stankoven‘s go-ahead power play goal in the third period, and his fourth goal of the series would hold up as the series winner for Carolina.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 25

Hurricanes sweep Senators in first-round series

Logan Stankoven's power-play goal midway through the third period broke a tie for Carolina, and the Hurricanes never trailed in defeating host Ottawa 4-2 on Saturday afternoon to eliminate the Senators from the playoffs.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 25

Will first-round sweep be the end of Brady Tkachuk's Senators tenure?

With their 4-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, the Ottawa Senators were eliminated from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs in a four-game sweep that turned out to be an absolutely disastrous showing by the team's best players.

Goalie switch helps Penguins fight off elimination vs. Flyers

Matt Boldy nets game-winner as Wild even series with Stars

Martin St. Louis keeps Canadiens grounded despite series lead

Report: Maple Leafs rule out GM candidate, two finalists remain

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Nikolaj Ehlers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 25

Nikolaj Ehlers Sidelined With Lower-Body Injury

As the Hurricanes look to finish off their opening-round series in Ottawa today, they’re doing so without one of their better wingers. Prior to today’s game, the team announced (Twitter link) that winger Nikolaj Ehlers was not in the lineup due to a lower-body injury. The team did not indicate how long he may be out for.

Carolina Hurricanes News / EasySportz / April 25

Carolina Hurricanes Look Like Cup Favorites

RALEIGH, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes are not hinting at contender status anymore. They are playing like a team that expects to be the last one skating.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 24

Hurricanes’ Taylor Hall drops ‘unreal’ Frederik Andersen praise after Game 3

The Carolina Hurricanes took care of business on Thursday night against the Ottawa Senators. Taylor Hall led the way offensively with two assists on the night.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 23

Hurricanes push Senators to the brink with Game 3 win

Logan Stankoven scored for the third straight game and the Carolina Hurricanes put the Senators on the brink of elimination with a 2-1 win in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first round in Ottawa on Thursday.

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The 'Playoff goal-leaders by NHL team' quiz

How many of the NHL players with the most playoff goals for every franchise can you name in five minutes?

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 21

Hurricanes’ Jordan Staal sends perfect message to Jordan Martinook after Game 2 double OT winner

It wasn’t easy, but the Carolina Hurricanes accomplished their first goal of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: win the first two games at home. The Canes beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2 in double overtime of Game 2 on Monday night, with Jordan Martinook playing hero late in the fifth period.