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Hurricanes sign F Nikolaj Ehlers to 6-year, $51M deal

The Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Nikolaj Ehlers on Thursday to a six-year, $51 million contract with an average annual value of $8.5 million through the 2030-31 season.

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Canes sign coveted Ehlers to 6-year, $51M deal

The Carolina Hurricanes have made their splashy offseason signing, inking forward Nik Ehlers to a six-year, $51 million contract on Thursday.

Nikolaj Ehlers News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Hurricanes Sign Nikolaj Ehlers to a Six-Year Deal

The wait is finally over and the Carolina Hurricanes got their big-name player of the offseason. On Thursday afternoon (July 3), they announced the signing of Danish forward Nikolaj Ehlers to a six-year, $51 million deal.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3

Is Nikolaj Ehlers signing enough to put Hurricanes over the top?

The Carolina Hurricanes continued their strong offseason on Thursday by signing free agent forward Nikolaj Ehlers to a six-year, $51 million contract.

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

33-Year Old Former Cup Champion Inks New Deal

The San Jose Sharks have added a veteran defenceman and former Stanley Cup Champion to their roster. Dmitry Orlov has agreed to a two-year contract worth $6.5 million to join the Sharks.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 3

Dmitry Orlov Signs 2-Year Deal with Sharks

As per Pierre LeBrun, “Last work tweet for a while: Dmitry Orlov has agreed to a two-year deal with San Jose, $6.5M AAV per season.” Elliotte Friedman has also confirmed the signing.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3

Hurricanes GM makes K’Andre Miller admission that fans will love

The Carolina Hurricanes have not made a big signing yet, but they made one of the biggest trades of the offseason on July 1. K’Andre Miller went from the New York Rangers to the Hurricanes in a sign-and-trade with an eight-year extension in place.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3

K’Andre Miller drops truth bomb on why he’s a perfect fit with Hurricanes

The Carolina Hurricanes have acquired a major upgrade on the blue line, trading for defenseman K’Andre Miller from the New York Rangers in exchange for defenseman Scott Morrow, a conditional first-round draft pick and Carolina’s 2026 second-round draft pick.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 3

Hurricanes Re-Sign Tyson Jost, Noel Gunler To Two-Way Contracts

The Hurricanes have re-signed center Tyson Jost to a two-way contract, according to a team announcement. PuckPedia also reported that RFA winger Noel Gunler has accepted his qualifying offer and will be back with the team on a two-way deal.

K'Andre Miller News / Blade of Steel / July 3

Top Defenseman K'Andre Miller Shares Heartfelt Message Following Trade From Rangers to Hurricanes

Former Rangers defenseman K'Andre Miller shared a heartwarming story involving his mom after being traded to the Carolina Hurricanes yesterday. The New York Rangers are going through a major reset as the franchise tries to get back on the right track.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Hurricanes Off to a Busy Start After 2 Days Into Free Agency

After a whirlwind first day of free agency, the Carolina Hurricanes’ biggest moves on July 1 were the eight-year extension of Logan Stankoven, followed by the sign-and-trade and the eight-year extension of K’Andre Miller from the New York Rangers.

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Noel Gunler News / Daily Faceoff / July 3

Hurricanes sign Noel Gunler to one-year deal

On Wednesday, the Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Noel Gunler to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal carries an NHL AAV of $813,750, with a minor-league salary of $80,000, through the 2025-26 season.

Spencer Martin News / House of Hockey / July 3

Carolina Hurricanes Goalie Leaves the NHL and Signs Multi-Year Deal Overseas

Former Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Spencer Martin has elected to sign with CSKA Moskva of the KHL this summer, giving up on landing another job in the NHL.

Brent Burns News / Field Level Media / July 2

Brent Burns, Avalanche agree to terms on one-year deal

The Colorado Avalanche announced Wednesday they have agreed to terms with veteran defenseman Brent Burns on a one-year deal. Terms were not disclosed. Burns, 40, played in 246 regular-season contests and 41 playoff games over the last three seasons with the Carolina Hurricanes.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Veteran defenseman signs one-year deal with Avalanche

He comes to the Avalanche after registering 29 points in 82 games with the Carolina Hurricanes last season.

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Tyson Jost News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Hurricanes sign Tyson Jost to one-year contract

On Wednesday, Carolina Hurricanes general manager Eric Tulsky announced the team has re-signed to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal carries an NHL AAV of $775,000, a minor-league salary of $300,000, with a guaranteed salary of $600,000.

K'Andre Miller News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Hurricanes Predicted to Land Another Star After K'Andre Miller Trade

The Carolina Hurricanes fell short of reaching the Stanley Cup Final once again this past season. Carolina fell to the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final, sending them to another big offseason.

Cayden Primeau News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Hurricanes sign Cayden Primeau to one-year, $775,000 contract

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed Cayden Primeau to a one-year, $775,000 contract. Primeau was a restricted free agent after the conclusion of his three-year contract with an $890,000 cap hit.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / July 1

Hurricanes Complete Sign-and-Trade With Rangers

The Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers became the second pair of organizations to complete the rare NHL sign-and-trade as the 2025 free agency window opened.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 1