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Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 12
The Metropolitan Division Is the Hurricanes’ to Lose in 2026-27
As we head into the last weekend without hockey, the 2026-27 season is right around the corner. The Carolina Hurricanes seek to defend their first Stanley Cup title in 20 years.
William Carrier News / Cardiac Cane / September 12
Big hits, occasional offense are exactly what the Canes need from William Carrier
Not everyone on the Carolina Hurricanes is here to score goals, play lockdown defense, or stop pucks between the pipes. Some of them are here to run over people when the moment calls for it and provide a spark when the team needs it the most.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 11
Rookies take the ice, injured Hurricane gets some work in on a busy Friday in Raleigh
With each passing day, we grow closer and closer to Opening Night, but there's still plenty of business to attend to before the Carolina Hurricanes officially drop the puck for the 2026-27 season.
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?"
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 11
Hurricanes News & Rumors: Mike Reilly Re-Signs and Friedman on Hellebuyck & Nikishin Rumors
Throughout most of the offseason, the Carolina Hurricanes had some news here and there, but not frequently. However, that has changed over the last couple of weeks.
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.
Alexander Nikishin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 11
Predators Reportedly Interested In Alexander Nikishin
As the start of training camps inch closer, Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin remains an unsigned RFA, without a contract. His name has featured in trade rumors throughout the summer, but no deal involving him has been reached.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 11
Five potential landing spots for Chris Kreider
Chris Kreider is unexpectedly available less than a month before the start of the NHL season. The Anaheim Ducks placed the veteran winger on unconditional waivers and terminated the final year of his contract by mutual agreement.
Mike Reilly News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
Hurricanes Sign Mike Reilly
The Carolina Hurricanes announced today that veteran defenseman Mike Reilly has been signed to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal will be worth the league minimum of $850K at the NHL level, and will carry a salary of $450K in the AHL.
Mike Reilly News / Daily Faceoff / September 10
Hurricanes sign Mike Reilly to one-year contract
The reigning Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes are notable for the amount of continuity they are set to bring back to the ice next season, and they retained yet another depth piece on Thursday.
Mark Jankowski News / Cardiac Cane / September 10
Mark Jankowski has capitalized on his opportunity with Carolina on the fourth line
The fourth line rarely gets its due from any fan base. They don't generate the most buzz in the world, yet I truly believe that the Caniacs have a special love for theirs that few in the league possess.
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 / Cardiac Cane / September 9
The Hurricanes re-sign a trio of important Wolves, strengthening the AHL roster
Business in the front office is starting to pick up a little more. The Hurricanes signed Pierre-Olivier Joseph on Tuesday, adding some depth to the blue line.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / September 9
Hurricanes sign three RFAs to contracts
The Carolina Hurricanes announced a trio of restricted free agent signings on Wednesday. The team signed goaltender Cayden Primeau to a two-year contract, while forwards Skyler Brind’Amour and Justin Robidas were signed to one-year, two-way deals.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9
Carolina Hurricanes Re-Sign Three Players
The Carolina Hurricanes announced today that the team has re-signed three players for the upcoming season: Justin Robidas, Cayden Primeau, and Skyler Brind’Amour.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 9
6 prospects to pay close attention to during the 2026 Prospects Showcase in Raleigh
Three months after winning the Stanley Cup, the Carolina Hurricanes are finally playing hockey again this weekend. Of course, it won't be the NHL squad taking the ice.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 8
The Hurricanes add to their depth on the blue line with a late offseason addition
It has been far from the most exciting offseason from a free agency standpoint in Raleigh. They've made the odd more here and there, like the addition of Zachary Sawchenko, but nothing to really write home about.
Pierre-Olivier Joseph News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 8
Hurricanes sign former 1st-round pick to bolster blue line
The Carolina Hurricanes are hoping to defend their Stanley Cup title during the 2026-27 NHL season. Carolina is making a move on Tuesday to help do just that.
Eric Staal News / The Hockey Writers / September 8
Historical Hurricanes: Eric Staal’s Overwhelming Impact in Carolina
Throughout the “Historical Hurricanes” series, we’ve flipped through the Carolina Hurricanes’ history. From Rod Brind’Amour joining the team in 2000 and winning a Stanley Cup in 2006 to Cam Ward, the best goalie in team history, Raleigh has a ton of lore.
Shayne Gostisbehere News / Cardiac Cane / September 8
Team history could be within reach for Shayne Gostisbehere after injury-plagued year
The Carolina Hurricanes don't have a banner history of offensive defensemen. Sure, they've had some very good ones. Justin Faulk was the gold standard for many years.
Kevin Weekes News / The Hockey Writers / September 7
Forgotten Hurricanes: Kevin Weekes’ Interesting Tenure in Raleigh
As we continue the “Forgotten Hurricanes” series, we will turn our focus to former Carolina Hurricanes netminder Kevin Weekes. While his tenure was short in Raleigh, “Shady 80” showed he could win games; unfortunately, the teams in front of him didn’t give much support.
Brandon Bussi News / The Hockey Writers / September 7
Hurricanes’ Bussi Seeks to Prove 2025-26 Wasn’t a Fluke Season
When it comes to Carolina Hurricanes’ Brandon Bussi, the 28-year-old netminder is a household name, not only in Raleigh but in the hockey world. After spending four years in the Boston Bruins organization, he went on to make a name for himself elsewhere.
Jiri Tlusty News / The Hockey Writers / September 6
Forgotten Hurricanes: Jiri Tlusty Is One of Many 'What-Ifs' in Raleigh
Throughout the “dark ages” of Carolina Hurricanes hockey from 2009-10 to 2017-18, many players fell short of expectations. Some could attribute it to terrible rosters, roster management, setting players up for failure, and a multitude of other reasons.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 25
2026-27 NHL team preview: Carolina Hurricanes
After years of knocking on the door, the Carolina Hurricanes finally broke through and won the Stanley Cup, erasing all narratives about their 1-16 record in their previous four appearances in the Eastern Conference Final on a dominant run through the postseason that saw them drop just three games along the way.
Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Rumors / August 29
2026-27 Carolina Hurricanes Season Preview
The Carolina Hurricanes enter the 2026–27 season as defending Stanley Cup champions with a largely intact roster, prioritizing continuity over major changes.
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.
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.
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