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Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 10
Alexander Nikishin Gives Hurricanes A Tough Offseason Decision
The winds of summer rumors and speculation have blown into North Carolina, where the Carolina Hurricanes face ongoing negotiations with defenseman and restricted free agent Alexander Nikishin.
Sean Walker News / The Hockey Writers / August 8
Hurricanes’ Sean Walker Continues to Be Underrated on a Stellar Blueline
When looking at the Carolina Hurricanes blueline, the names that stand out right away are Jaccob Slavin, K’Andre Miller, and Shayne Gostisbehere. It makes sense when you’re discussing the best defensive defenseman in the NHL, along with two guys who can bring it offensively.
Noah Philp News / NHL Trade Talk / August 7
Ex-Oiler Causes Stir for Swedish Team HV71 with Sudden Retirement
Noah Philp is retiring from hockey. The former Edmonton Oilers and Carolina Hurricanes forward is quitting after signing a two-year deal with HV71 of the Swedish Elite League.
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?"
Noah Philp News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 7
Noah Philp Retires From Professional Hockey
Undrafted center Noah Philp, who reached the NHL as a member of both the Edmonton Oilers and Carolina Hurricanes, has retired from professional hockey.
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.
Noah Philp News / Daily Faceoff / August 7
Former NHLer Noah Philp announces retirement
Former NHL forward Noah Philp has officially retired from professional hockey, according to an announcement from the Swedish Hockey League club HV71, where he had signed to play the upcoming season.
Andrei Svechnikov News / The Hockey Writers / August 6
Hurricanes’ Svechnikov Poised for Consistency After Career Season
The 2025-26 season was, in a word, cathartic for Carolina Hurricanes forward Andrei Svechnikov. Following an ACL injury during the 2022-23 season, it took him two years to return to the forward the Hurricanes drafted second overall in 2018.
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.
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 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 / 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.
Alexander Nikishin 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.
Sebastian Aho News / The Hockey Writers / July 31
Sebastian Aho’s Playoff Struggles Provide Optimism After Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup Run
Sebastian Aho has been the straw that stirs the Carolina Hurricanes’ drink for a decade. Since he made his NHL debut in 2016, he has gone from being an exciting young winger into one of the most dominant two-way centers in the NHL.
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.
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 / 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 / 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 / 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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