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Agent Says Hurricanes Refusing Nikishin Trade: Big Decision Coming?

Alexander Nikishin’s agent publicly stated this week that NHL teams are actively trying to acquire him in a trade, but the Carolina Hurricanes are refusing to talk a deal.

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The Hurricanes' youngsters get a second crack at the veteran Panthers in Raleigh

The Carolina Hurricanes' preseason opener didn't quite end the way they wanted it to on Sunday, but plenty of lessons were learned, and Rod Brind'Amour was complimentary of his group.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 21

Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour wants NHL to make drastic move that will impact season

The Carolina Hurricanes are looking to defend their Stanley Cup title as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign. While the Hurricanes have some questions heading into the season, the team is also one of the favorites to win the Cup.

Charles-Alexis Legault News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Hurricanes’ Charles Alexis Legault Making Early Impressions in Camp & Preseason

Some Carolina Hurricanes have already made an impression this early in training camp. Defenseman Charles Alexis Legault caught everyone’s attention after his performance heading into Sunday night’s 6-3 loss to the Florida Panthers.

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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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Alexander Nikishin News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Canadiens should pursue the Hurricanes’ young defenceman Alexander Nikishin

The Montreal Canadiens already have one of the most talented young blue lines in the NHL, but that should not stop Kent Hughes from looking for opportunities to make it even better.

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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 / Cardiac Cane / September 20

The Hurricanes head to Sunrise with a younger group to begin their preseason slate

For the first time in over three months, the Carolina Hurricanes are playing hockey, though the stakes are significantly lower than they were on that night in Las Vegas.

Eric Robinson News / The Hockey Writers / September 20

Eric Robinson Deserves a Chance on the Hurricanes’ Top Line

The Carolina Hurricanes got back on the ice for training camp on Saturday, and the fanbase immediately started complaining about the line combinations.

Brandon Bussi News / Cardiac Cane / September 19

Brandon Bussi is under the most pressure this season as the Hurricanes look to repeat

Over a year ago, if you said you knew who Brandon Bussi was, I would assume you were either a fan of the Boston Bruins and knew everything about their farm system, or you were a liar.

Cayden Primeau News / The Hockey Writers / September 19

Exclusive: Hurricanes’ Cayden Primeau on Return & Mindset for 2026-27

The 2025-26 season was a wild one for Cayden Primeau. After finishing training camp last year with the Carolina Hurricanes, the Toronto Maple Leafs claimed him off waivers.

Bradly Nadeau News / The Hockey Writers / September 19

Exclusive: Hurricanes’ Bradly Nadeau Using Past Experiences to Build Pro Career

Heading into the Carolina Hurricanes’ 2026 Training Camp, attention has been on Bradly Nadeau as the third-year pro seeks to take the next step in his career.

Pyotr Kochetkov News / Cardiac Cane / September 18

Struggling with his health last season, Pyotr Kochetkov is primed for major comeback

It has been a whirlwind NHL career for Pyotr Kochetkov. Entering his sixth season with the Carolina Hurricanes, long gone are the days of Kochetkov winning in his first three appearances in four days to help the team win the division in 2022, or the time he got in Brady Tkachuk's face after a diving poke check on a penalty shot.

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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.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 18

Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour on Brandon Bussi & Eric Robinson

Following the Carolina Hurricanes’ 9 a.m. practice featuring the NHL group, head coach Rod Brind’Amour spoke with the media on a range of topics. During the media availability, The Hockey Writers asked him some questions about Brandon Bussi and Eric Robinson.

Mike Reilly News / The Hockey Writers / September 18

Hurricanes’ Mike Reilly on Celebrating the Stanley Cup & Returning to Raleigh

The Carolina Hurricanes are in high spirits with 11 days before puck drop on opening night. On Friday (Sept. 18), they took to the ice 96 days after winning it all to begin preparing to defend their Stanley Cup title.

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Sebastian Aho News / Cardiac Cane / September 17

The Hurricanes need Sebastian Aho to return to the game breaker they know he can be

While he saw the tail end of the dark days, Sebastian Aho has largely been around the Carolina Hurricanes while they've been at their best over the last decade.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 17

Hurricanes Announce Training Camp Roster & Nikishin Update

The wait is over; Carolina Hurricanes hockey is back, almost. Despite 12 days remaining until opening night on Sept. 29, training camp is officially underway in Raleigh.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 17

5 storylines to watch as training camp begins for the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday

Training camp for the Carolina Hurricanes begins on Thursday, with the second group taking the ice at 9 am in Morrisville, followed two hours later by the main group.

Nikolaj Ehlers News / Cardiac Cane / September 16

Nikolaj Ehlers is scratching the surface as he enters his second year with Carolina

The 2025 class of free agents was among the worst in recent memory. It wasn't going to be that way, but almost everyone was off the market before July 1st, either re-signing with their original teams or requesting and facilitating a trade.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

Hurricanes’ Defenseman Won’t Report to Camp Amid Contract Dispute

The Carolina Hurricanes announced on Wednesday that defenseman Alexander Nikishin won’t report to training camp as he is without a contract. Noting that they will not comment on the status of the player beyond the fact he won’t be in attendance, there is no news regarding the two sides getting any closer to an extension or a trade.