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Hurricanes Have Reason for Concern After Pyotr Kochetkov’s Preseason Struggles

Through the first three preseason games, the Carolina Hurricanes have one lingering worry: Pyotr Kochetkov. In his two games, he’s given up 11 goals. He allowed six on 34 shots against the Florida Panthers and five on 28 shots against the Nashville Predators in Greensboro.

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Carolina Hurricanes 2026-27 Roster Projection 2.0

Well, it’s official: the preseason is over for the Carolina Hurricanes as they defeated the Nashville Predators 6-0 on Saturday, Sept. 26. Now that the tune-up is complete, it’s on to Tuesday night (Sept.

Noel Fransen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 26

Hurricanes Reassign Noel Fransen

Defense prospect Noel Fransen is headed to AHL Chicago to begin his North American career, the Hurricanes announced. The 2024 third-round pick had impressed in camp to date but, after playing his first two post-draft seasons in his native Sweden, will now head to the minors for an adjustment period.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 26

Big games all around help the Hurricanes close the preseason with a dominant victory

Most of the NHL guys sat back and watched the first three preseason games play out. On Saturday in Nashville, the Carolina Hurricanes iced a lineup that could be right back out there when the season begins on Tuesday.

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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?"

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 26

With roster decisions remaining, the Hurricanes close their preseason in Nashville

Honestly, I'm not sure that the Carolina Hurricanes can top what we saw on Thursday night in Greensboro, and, frankly, I don't want them to try. Another

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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 / The Hockey Writers / September 26

Hurricanes News & Rumors: Kochetkov Extension, Roster Cuts, & More Nikishin Rumors

The wait for the regular season is almost over as we’re three days away from the start of the 2026-27 NHL season. More importantly, the Carolina Hurricanes begin their Stanley Cup title defense.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 25

Hurricanes Extend Pyotr Kocehtkov Through the 2028-29 Season

After an electric night in Greensboro, seeing the Carolina Hurricanes storm back from a four-goal deficit to win, they keep making news as we head into the last weekend without regular-season hockey.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Field Level Media / September 25

Canes sign G Pyotr Kochetkov to 2-year extension

The Carolina Hurricanes announced a two-year contract extension with goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov on Friday. The deal will pay Kochetkov $2.4 million with a $1.5 million signing bonus in 2027-28 and $3 million with a $1 million signing bonus in 2028-29.

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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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 25

3 Takeaways from Predators’ 6-5 Loss to Carolina Hurricanes

The Nashville Predators had a solid preseason showing against the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes, although they still lost 6-5. They had a 5-1 lead by midway through the second period, but the bottom completely fell out.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 25

Hurricanes Sign Pyotr Kochetkov To Two-Year Extension

The Carolina Hurricanes announced that goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov has signed a two-year, $3.95MM AAV contract extension. According to the team, Kochetkov will be paid a $2.4MM salary and $1.5MM signing bonus for 2027-28, and a $3MM salary with a $1MM signing bonus for 2028-29.

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NHL News / Cardiac Cane / September 24

The Hurricanes storm back to stun the Predators, giving the Greensboro crowd a show

With the Florida Panthers in their rearview mirror this preseason, the Carolina Hurricanes turned their attention to the Nashville Predators, beginning with a fun game in Greensboro on Thursday night.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 24

Hurricanes’ Nikolaj Ehlers On Stanley Cup Final, Summer of Celebrations, & More

The 2025-26 NHL season was remarkable for Nikolaj Ehlers. Between playing in the World Championships, signing with the Carolina Hurricanes, participating in the Winter Olympics, and winning the Stanley Cup, it was a whirlwind for “Fly”.

NHL News / Cardiac Cane / September 24

The Hurricanes return to their Greensboro roots as they welcome the Predators to town

Sometimes, you have to go back to where you started to understand where you are now. While the Carolina Hurricanes are two-time Stanley Cup champions, their first postseason run happened over an hour away from their eventual home.

Alexander Nikishin News / Cardiac Cane / September 23

5 destinations for Alexander Nikishin to end the ongoing saga before Opening Night

Training camp has begun, the first preseason games have been played, and Alexander Nikishin is still not with the team. The Canes made it crystal clear that he wouldn't be with them, since he isn't under contract, so this isn't like Connor Hellebuyck not showing up while seeking a trade.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 23

Hurricanes’ Nadeau & Robidas Continue Hot Start to the Preseason

Through two preseason games, Carolina Hurricanes prospects Bradly Nadeau and Justin Robidas continue to impress on the ice. After the two games with the Florida Panthers, they’ve combined for four goals and five points.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 22

Nadeau shines, Primeau shuts down the Cats to help the Hurricanes earn a shootout win

For the second time in three nights, the Carolina Hurricanes and the Florida Panthers came together to square off. Of course, it's the preseason, so the results don't matter, but the Canes had a tiny chip on their shoulders after dropping their opener, 6-3, in Sunrise.