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Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / August 6
Hurricanes’ Second Line’s Playoff Dominance Raises Sustainability Questions
The Carolina Hurricanes won the 2026 Stanley Cup on the back of one line. Logan Stankoven, Jackson Blake, and Taylor Hall propelled the Hurricanes to the most dominant championship run, in terms of record, of the salary cap era.
Amir Miftakhov News / The Hockey Writers / August 6
Hurricanes’ Goalie Amir Miftakhov Returns to the KHL
Russian goalie Amir Miftakhov has left the Carolina Hurricanes organization as he signed a two-year deal with the Shanghai Dragons of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).
NHL News / Yardbarker / August 5
Flyers can no longer hide behind rebuilding label after aggressive summer
For the past few years, the Philadelphia Flyers could point to the rebuild whenever things went sideways. The roster was young. Bad contracts had to come off the books. Prospects needed time. That explanation will not carry nearly as much weight next season.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
Alexander Nikishin News / NHL Rumors / August 4
There is no rush for the Carolina Hurricanes to re-sign Alexander Nikishin
The Sheet with Jeff Marek: Cory Lavalette, the Carolina Hurricanes running it back, minus Frederik Andersen, and there is no rush to get RFA defenseman Alexander Nikishin re-signed.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / August 4
Hurricanes are taking a dangerous gamble after winning Stanley Cup
Brandon Bussi played four times during the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs. All four appearances came in the Final. Now, he may enter next season as the Hurricanes’ top goaltender.
Pyotr Kochetkov News / The Hockey Writers / August 4
Hurricanes’ Pyotr Kochetkov Heading Into a Pivotal 2026-27 Season
Heading into the upcoming 2026-27 season, Carolina Hurricanes’ netminder Pyotr Kochetkov is in an interesting place. After missing most of the 2025-26 season, he enters the final year of his four-year, $8 million deal, which pays him $2 million annually.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / August 1
Hurricanes & Alexander Nikishin In Contract Stalemate
When it comes to the curious case of the Carolina Hurricanes and Alexander Nikishin, it’s been interesting to say the least. Just over a month since winning the Stanley Cup, the Hurricanes are still in limbo with their young Russian defenseman.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 31
Hurricanes Have a Clear Choice When it Comes to Kotkaniemi vs. Nadeau
We are 60 days from opening night. As the days tick away, fans are still wondering if the Carolina Hurricanes will make any moves before the 2026-27 season begins.
Joel Nystrom News / The Hockey Writers / July 31
Hurricanes’ Joel Nystrom Has Earned an NHL Roster Spot After Breakthrough Season
There are very few defensive outfits in the NHL that are better than the Carolina Hurricanes. They are built from the blueline to protect their goaltender.
Jordan Staal News / Daily Faceoff / July 29
Why Jordan Staal was always a believer in the Hurricanes
In today’s age of sports, loyalty seems to be an afterthought. Players seem to always be looking for their next big paycheck or a better chance to win a championship.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 29
3 Hurricanes Looking to Take the Next Step Following Stanley Cup Win
Heading into the 2026-27 season, the Carolina Hurricanes are seeking to defend their Stanley Cup title. After scoring the most goals in franchise history (291), the Hurricanes, if fully healthy, could achieve 300 goals.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 29
Hurricanes Winning the Stanley Cup Changes All the Narratives
It’s been a unique summer for the Carolina Hurricanes. As the reigning Stanley Cup Champions, celebrations are being enjoyed by everyone on the roster that captured the Cup just six weeks ago.
Nick Shore News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 28
Nick Shore Signs With NL’s HC Lugano
A former NHL veteran is headed back to Switzerland to continue his professional career. According to a team announcement, forward Nick Shore has signed with the NL’s HC Lugano for the 2026-27 season.
Charlie Cerrato News / The Hockey Writers / July 25
Hurricanes’ Charlie Cerrato Invited to 2026 NHLPA Rookie Showcase
The 16th annual NHLPA Rookie Showcase is right around the corner as the NHLPA and Upper Deck will host the new crop of NHL prospects in Chicago, IL, from July 28 to July 30.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / July 24
Hurricanes could turn Alexander Nikishin into the NHL's next blockbuster trade
The Carolina Hurricanes may have to decide whether their promising young defenseman is more valuable on the roster or at the center of a much larger trade.
Ronan Seeley News / The Hockey Writers / July 24
Hurricanes & Ronan Seeley Avoid Arbitration with One-Year Deal
Slowly but surely, the Carolina Hurricanes are filling out their roster for the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League (AHL). On Thursday afternoon, the Hurricanes announced that they re-signed defenseman Ronan Seeley to a one-year, two-way contract.
Ronan Seeley News / Daily Faceoff / July 23
Hurricanes sign Ronan Seeley to one-year contract
The Carolina Hurricanes announced on Thursday that they have alleviated the need for their lone scheduled arbitration hearing by agreeing to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with defenseman Ronan Seeley.
NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21
Claude Lemieux allegedly relapsed into sex addiction before his death
NHL legend Claude Lemieux relapsed into sex addiction prior to his suicide, according to statements his son gave to police officers following his death.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 20
'It Was Weird': Jordan Staal on Rantanen’s Run with the Hurricanes
Some trades just don’t work out. The Carolina Hurricanes found that out when they acquired Mikko Rantanen from the Colorado Avalanche, but the fit was never quite right.
NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / July 20
Jordan Staal opens up about Mikko Rantanen’s 'weird' time in Carolina
The 2025-26 season went so well for the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes that it almost makes you forget about the Mikko Rantanen saga from just over a year ago.
Viktor Neuchev News / Daily Faceoff / July 17
Hurricanes sign Viktor Neuchev to one-year contract
The Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Viktor Neuchev to a one-year, two-way contract on Friday, PuckPedia reported. According to PuckPedia, he will make $850,000 at the NHL level and $90,000 in the minors.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 9
Hurricanes owner facing harsh criticism for Stanley Cup decision
Being a billionaire affords you the opportunity to do a lot of things. They're just not always the right things.
Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / July 9
Hurricanes Owner Roasted Over Who He Put on the Stanley Cup
Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon is facing backlash after having his wife and all five of his children — including a seven-year-old — engraved on the Stanley Cup, with none of them holding an official role with the organization.
John Carlson News / Yardbarker / June 27
Hurricanes looking to add major piece after acquiring John Carlson's free-agent rights
The Carolina Hurricanes already have the NHL's best team and they are trying to make it even better for the 2026-27 season.
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