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Alexander Nikishin News / NHL Trade Talk / September 14
Stanley Cup Champion Alexander Nikishin Wants Out After Trade Request Goes Public
Pierre Lebrun reported today that Alexander Nikishin has formally requested a trade, and the timing is what’s catching everyone off guard. The request came right at the start of the offseason, lining up with earlier rumblings that the Carolina Hurricanes were open to moving the young defenceman.
Jalen Chatfield News / Cardiac Cane / September 13
The Hurricanes and Jalen Chatfield could each benefit from a big contract season
The evolution of Jalen Chatfield's game continues to make him one of the Carolina Hurricanes' best finds ever. They took a low-risk, high-reward chance on him in 2021, and he's paid them back in spades as one of their most trusted shutdown guys.
Pierre-Olivier Joseph News / The Hockey Writers / September 13
P.O. Joseph Could Be Ideal Extra Defenseman for Hurricanes
Pierre-Olivier Joseph’s contract with the Carolina Hurricanes raised some eyebrows within the fanbase. Many of those questions stem from the looming uncertainty around restricted free agent (RFA) defenseman Alexander Nikishin.
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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 12
Hurricanes RFA Alex Nikishin linked to Western Conference team
The Carolina Hurricanes get ready for the 2026-27 season with a problem on their hands. Carolina has a restricted free agent in defenseman Alex Nikishin.
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 / 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.
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.
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.
Logan Stankoven News / Cardiac Cane / September 11
Logan Stankoven tore it up when it mattered, but a raise means more will be needed
The Carolina Hurricanes had questions at second-line center heading into last season. Everyone felt that they needed to do something to address it during free agency last summer.
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.
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.
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.
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 / 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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