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On YouTubeCarolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21
Hurricanes’ social media getting itchy for Game 1 after historic break
It’s been quite a while since the Carolina Hurricanes last played a game — 12 days to be exact. Their most recent tilt was Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinal on May 9 against the Philadelphia Flyers.
Depth Scoring Will Play a Key Role Hurricanes-Candiens Series
The Montreal Canadiens and the Carolina Hurricanes will face off in the long-awaited Eastern Conference Final. With the Canadiens coming off their second emotional Game 7 win, ending in OT, and facing the well-rested, undefeated Hurricanes, this series is already off to an interesting start.
The 'NHL active hat-trick leaders' quiz
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The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz
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Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / May 21
Hurricanes’ Sebastian Aho Has Chance to Rebound After Underwhelming Postseason Start
The Carolina Hurricanes finally know their opponents for the Eastern Conference Final. For the third time in franchise history, the Hurricanes will face off with the Montreal Canadiens.
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.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21
Hurricanes’ X-factor in East Final vs. Canadiens
The Carolina Hurricanes have to feel good about what they have accomplished to this point in the Stanley Cup playoffs. They took care of business against the Ottawa Senators in four straight games in the opening round.
NHL News / Field Level Media / May 20
Hurricanes brush off layoff, face speedy Canadiens in Game 1
The Carolina Hurricanes finally return to game action on Thursday. Key word: Finally. The Hurricanes have been awaiting their opposition for the Eastern Conference finals since May 9, and the respite ends when they take on Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 in Raleigh, N.C.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / May 20
Hurricanes Sign Swedish Defenseman Noel Fransén to a 3-Year ELC
Even on the eve of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Montreal Canadiens, the Carolina Hurricanes’ front office continues to be busy. After
Noel Fransen News / Daily Faceoff / May 20
Hurricanes sign Noel Fransen to entry-level contract
The Carolina Hurricanes announced on Wednesday that they have signed defenseman Noel Fransen to a three-year, entry-level contract. Fransen, the Hurricanes’ third-round pick at No.
Noel Fransen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20
Hurricanes Sign Noel Fransen To Entry-Level Contract
According to a team announcement, the Carolina Hurricanes have signed defenseman Noel Fransen to a three-year entry-level contract. The 20-year-old will make $850,000 in 2026-27, $900,000 in 2027-28, and $950,000 in 2028-29 at the NHL level.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 20
Hurricanes Seeking Breakthough in Conference Final Against Canadiens
After another long wait between rounds, the Carolina Hurricanes know their Eastern Conference Final opponent. For the third time since relocation, the Hurricanes will take on the Montreal Canadiens in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 19
2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens series preview
Carolina Hurricanes: 1st in Metropolitan Division, 113 points Montreal Canadiens: 3rd in Atlantic Division, 106 points Winning any round during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, let alone two, typically requires all manner of high drama, from wince-inducing physical sacrifice to epic in-game comebacks.
NHL News / Stadium Rant / May 19
2026 Eastern Conference Final Preview: Hurricanes Vs. Canadiens
The 2026 Eastern Conference Final has all the ingredients of a classic playoff series. The Carolina Hurricanes enter the matchup as one of the NHL’s deepest and most structured teams, while the Montreal Canadiens continue their surprising postseason run behind a rising young core and confident offensive play.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 19
Best bet: Figure a battle of top seeds in Stanley Cup Final
The FanDuel betting lines for the NHL's conference finals couldn't be clearer: The money is on a Colorado-Carolina Stanley Cup Final. If the money is right, this would mark the first time since 2001 that the top seed from each conference made the Stanley Cup Final.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / May 18
2025-26 Hurricanes Are Built for the Stanley Cup Final
While we finally have the Eastern Conference Final schedule and start times, we’re still waiting to see who the Carolina Hurricanes will face. For the third time in the last four seasons, the Hurricanes are knocking on the door to make the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006.
Frederik Andersen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 18
The ‘huge asset’ that has helped Frederik Andersen, Hurricanes have success
The Carolina Hurricanes have been dominant in the playoffs. They have swept two straight series on the way to the Eastern Conference Finals. Part of the reason for the success had been the play of Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 17
Hurricanes To Wait Until After Playoffs To Talk New Deal For Frederik Andersen
The Hurricanes find themselves on a long break between rounds. As a result of starting the second round early, sweeping Philadelphia, and seeing Montreal and Buffalo go to seven games, they now find themselves with the longest break between series in modern NHL history, according to The Athletic’s James Mirtle (Twitter link).
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / May 17
Hurricanes set modern record for longest wait between playoff series
The Carolina Hurricanes have had to wait quite a while to play hockey again. So much so, it’s set the modern record for the longest wait between a series.
Seth Jarvis News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 16
Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis drops ‘snakebitten’ truth bomb amid quiet postseason
The Carolina Hurricanes have been absolutely dominant in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, playing eight games and winning all of them en route to a second consecutive trip to the Eastern Conference Final.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / May 15
Hurricanes Have Multiple Conn Smythe Favorites After 2 Rounds
When it comes to the Conn Smythe Trophy, there are usually one or two players who are making a strong case, even if it’s only been two rounds. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, they have multiple players who are making an early case to be the favorites.
Taylor Hall News / The Hockey Writers / May 13
Hurricanes’ Taylor Hall Returning to Hart Trophy Form
Taylor Hall has been just unbelievable for the Carolina Hurricanes. A sidepiece that came to Carolina in the Mikko Rantanen trade, Hall has been an incredible fit for the team, and he’s helping two young kids drag the Hurricanes through playoff rounds, even when the top line falls silent.
Mark Jankowski News / Field Level Media / May 11
Hurricanes ink F Mark Jankowski to 2-year extension
Amidst an unbeaten run through two rounds of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the Carolina Hurricanes are also setting up for their future. The team announced Monday it has signed forward Mark Jankowski to a two-year extension worth $3.7 million through the 2027-28 season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 9
Flyers will have offseason of Matvei Michkov questions after another playoff healthy scratch
Even though it ended in disappointment with a second-round sweep at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes, the 2025-26 season was an unexpected success for the Philadelphia Flyers.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 7
Winners, losers from Thursday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Hurricanes push Flyers to brink
There was only one Stanley Cup Playoff game on Thursday night, and it was a pivotal one in the Eastern Conference.c
The 'No.1 NHL Draft picks' quiz
In the history of the NHL Draft, 63 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?
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