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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 1
Penguins bolster defense by signing Trevor van Riemsdyk away from rival
To help shore up the blue line, the Pittsburgh Penguins opened up free agency by signing veteran defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk away from the rival Washington
NHL News / EasySportz / June 30
Carolina Needs to Sign Carlson Right Now
The Carolina Hurricanes have a major opportunity in front of them, and they cannot afford to let it slip away. After completing a trade with the Anaheim Ducks for veteran defenseman John Carlson’s exclusive negotiating rights, Carolina now has the ability to negotiate a contract with him before NHL free agency opens at 12 p.m.
Alexander Nikishin News / EasySportz / June 30
The Carolina Hurricanes Must Trade Nikishin and Sign John Carlson
The Carolina Hurricanes need to stop wasting time trying to extend restricted free agent defenseman Alexander Nikishin. After reportedly turning down the team’s contract extension offer because his camp is asking for far more money, the Hurricanes should make it clear that enough is enough.
The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / June 30
3 Free Agent Targets for the Carolina Hurricanes
One day away from free agency opening, the Carolina Hurricanes have $11.105 million in cap space. They currently have their entire forward group signed through next season, along with five defensemen and two goalies.
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.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / June 30
Hurricanes acquire Kyle Masters from Ducks for Noah Philp
The Carolina Hurricanes and Anaheim Ducks are exchanging pending unrestricted free agents (UFAs) a day ahead of NHL Free Agency. On Tuesday, the Hurricanes acquired defenseman Kyle Masters from the Ducks.
Nikita Quapp News / Inside The Rink / June 30
ECHL: Nikita Quapp Heads to Europe
It was recently announced that the Carolina Hurricanes did not extend a qualifying offer to RFA Nikita Quapp. As a result, the young German goaltender has opted to return to Germany to continue his professional career.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 29
Offseason Checklist: Carolina Hurricanes
The offseason is now in full effect following Carolina’s Stanley Cup title. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what teams will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Carolina.
John Carlson News / Daily Faceoff / June 29
Will John Carlson sign with the Hurricanes?
The Carolina Hurricanes are the reigning Stanley Cup champions, but that does not mean general manager Eric Tulsky is going to stop pushing to make his formidable squad even better.
John Carlson News / The Hockey Writers / June 29
Hurricanes’ Interesting Situation with John Carlson
While it was a busy couple of days for the Carolina Hurricanes with the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, they made a move that surprised people. Right as they were
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / June 29
3 Biggest Needs for the Hurricanes This Offseason
We are just a few days away from July 1, when the NHL calendar turns over, and the frenzy of free agency begins. With a limited free agent class, teams that wish to improve must explore the trade market.
Jesperi Kotkaniemi News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30
Hurricanes make surprising decision amidst buyout window closing
The clock is ticking on the NHL’s first buyout window — and the Carolina Hurricanes have seemingly decided to let it run out on Jesperi Kotkaniemi. According to Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, Carolina is not expected to buy out the Finnish center despite this being the last opportunity to do so at the favorable one-third rate.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / June 28
Carolina Hurricanes Draft 6 at 2026 NHL Entry Draft
The 2026 NHL Entry Draft has officially come and gone. Once again, the Carolina Hurricanes were able to obtain draft capital throughout the two-day event.
NHL 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.
John Carlson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
Hurricanes Acquire Rights To John Carlson
The Carolina Hurricanes have acquired the rights to defenseman John Carlson from the Anaheim Ducks per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. The Ducks have received defense prospect Kyle Masters and pick #162 in Saturday’s sixth-round in return.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / June 27
Hurricanes Draft William Håkansson 51st Overall
With the 51st pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the Carolina Hurricanes have selected William Håkansson from Luleå HF of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL).
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / June 27
Hurricanes select William Hakansson No. 51 overall at the 2026 NHL Draft
The Carolina Hurricanes have selected defenseman William Hakansson with the No. 51 overall selection of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. The Calgary Flames held the pick heading into the day, but traded it, along with the No.
Seth Jarvis News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
Seth Jarvis Out 4 To 6 Months After Shoulder Surgery
Carolina Hurricanes star forward Seth Jarvis will miss anywhere between four to six months after undergoing shoulder surgery, the team announced last night.
Seth Jarvis News / Field Level Media / June 27
Hurricanes standout Seth Jarvis (shoulder) expected to miss start of next season
Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis has undergone shoulder surgery and will likely miss the start of next season for the defending Stanley Cup champions, general manager Eric Tulsky said late Friday.
Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / June 25
Carolina Hurricanes Put Together Big Trade Offer for Connor Hellebuyck
According to NHL insider Frank Seravalli, the Carolina Hurricanes have made a pitch for Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. On his site Hockey 24/7, Servalli reports that the offer is believed to include a first-round pick and pending RFA defenseman Alexander Nikishin.
Alexander Nikishin News / NHL Trade Talk / June 25
Alexander Nikishin Trade Market Heating Up as Carolina Weighs Multiple Offers
The Alexander Nikishin situation in Carolina is quickly becoming one of the most compelling subplots of the NHL offseason. A budding defenseman who doesn’t seem to be on the same page as the team he just won the Stanley Cup with, the Hurricanes might move on from a player who is gathering a ton of interest around the league.
Nicolas Deslauriers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
Hurricanes re-sign Nicolas Deslauriers mid-championship parade celebration
The Carolina Hurricanes re-signed forward Nicolas Deslauriers to a two-year contract during their Stanley Cup championship parade in Raleigh on Saturday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15
Hurricanes should be set up for long-term run of dominance in NHL
Even though it has consistently ended in near-misses and playoff frustration, the Carolina Hurricanes have objectively been one of the NHL's most successful franchises since the start of the 2018-19 season.
Jordan Staal News / Yardbarker / June 15
Jordan Staal's Conn Smythe win solidifies uniqueness of his postseason
At the advanced age of 37, Jordan Staal enjoyed a magical postseason that solidified his place in NHL history.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15
Golden Knights got the full John Tortorella experience
With eight games remaining in the 2025-26 regular season, the Vegas Golden Knights decided they needed a new voice behind their bench.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15
Winners, losers from Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes clinch title with dominant performance
After so many deep playoff runs that just fell short, and after so many postseason disappointments, the Carolina Hurricanes are once again Stanley Cup champions.
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