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Why the Hurricanes leave a lot to be desired heading into playoffs

Why the Hurricanes leave a lot to be desired heading into playoffs

The Carolina Hurricanes are 45-19-6 with 96 points through 70 games, first in both the Metropolitan Division and Eastern Conference. However, the Hurricanes have had less than stellar results in the last near decade.

Sebastian Aho News / Field Level Media / March 23
Sebastian Aho ecstatic that Hurriances will play Kraken twice in Finland

Sebastian Aho ecstatic that Hurriances will play Kraken twice in Finland

Hurricanes standout Sebastian Aho was beaming when he learned Monday that Carolina will face the Seattle Kraken in two games in his homeland of Finland next season.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / March 23
Hurricanes’ Roster Age & Contract Balance Leaves Room to Extend Contention Window

Hurricanes’ Roster Age & Contract Balance Leaves Room to Extend Contention Window

In an era when there is no guarantee of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Carolina Hurricanes have remained competitive and are on their way to making their eighth straight postseason appearance.

Carolina Hurricanes News / ESPN / March 23

Canes, Kraken to play in Helsinki in November

- The Carolina Hurricanes and Seattle Kraken are set to play two games in Finland next season as part of the NHL's Global Series.

Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz
The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 23
Hurricanes, Kraken to play pair of games in Finland in 2026-27

Hurricanes, Kraken to play pair of games in Finland in 2026-27

The Carolina Hurricanes and Seattle Kraken are heading overseas for two games in the 2026-27 NHL season, set to face off in competitive contests at the Veikkaus Arena in Helsinki on Nov.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Seth Jarvis News / Field Level Media / March 22
Seth Jarvis helps power Hurricanes past Penguins with 3-point game

Seth Jarvis helps power Hurricanes past Penguins with 3-point game

Seth Jarvis had a goal and two assists to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 5-1 win over the host Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday afternoon. Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and an assist and Sebastian Aho, defenseman Jalen Chatfield and Mark Jankowski also scored for the Hurricanes, who have won four of their last five.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 22
Hurricanes strive to bolster lead over Penguins in Metropolitan

Hurricanes strive to bolster lead over Penguins in Metropolitan

The Carolina Hurricanes have won three of their last four games heading into Sunday afternoon's Metropolitan Division contest against the host Pittsburgh Penguins.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 21
NHL gets it wrong with another discipline decision

NHL gets it wrong with another discipline decision regarding Panthers' A.J. Greer

The NHL's Department of Player Safety just keeps getting things wrong.

Should Greer face a suspension for his hit on Flames' Connor Zary?
Flames defeat Panthers for seventh straight time at home
Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl in Germany receiving treatment for lower-body injury
Road ahead to make playoffs is a tough one for Senators
Will inexperienced starting goaltenders struggle in the playoffs?
Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / March 21
Hurricanes Didn’t See Trade For Cup-Winning Goalie as a No-Brainer

Hurricanes Didn’t See Trade For Cup-Winning Goalie as a No-Brainer

As per The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun, the Carolina Hurricanes did kick tires on a trade that would have seen them acquire goaltender Jordan Binnington from the St.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 20
Hurricanes top Maple Leafs in OT, close in on 100 points

Hurricanes top Maple Leafs in OT, close in on 100 points

Alexander Nikishin scored at 0:41 of overtime Friday night and the visiting Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3. Jordan Staal, Eric Robinson and K'Andre Miller also scored for the Hurricanes (44-19-6, 94 points), who have won two in a row.

Brandon Bussi News / Daily Faceoff / March 20
Carolina has a goalie problem with Bussi’s recent struggles

Carolina has a goalie problem with Bussi’s recent struggles

A feel-good story in this NHL season has seen some hardships as of late. Carolina Hurricanes rookie goaltender Brandon Bussi was one of the biggest names in the NHL this season thanks to a historic debut.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / March 20
Sebastian Aho’s Consistency Continues to Lead Hurricanes’ Success

Sebastian Aho’s Consistency Continues to Lead Hurricanes’ Success

Sebastian Aho has been the epitome of consistency for the Carolina Hurricanes. When he came into the NHL for the 2016-17 season, he finished the season as the team’s second-highest point producer, only to Jeff Skinner.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 20
NHL Predictions: Carolina Hurricanes vs Toronto Maple Leafs, March 20

NHL Predictions: Carolina Hurricanes vs Toronto Maple Leafs, March 20

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 19
Hurricanes seek to grow East lead against Maple Leafs

Hurricanes seek to grow East lead against Maple Leafs

The Carolina Hurricanes aim to take another step forward in the race for first place in the Eastern Conference on Friday night when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
 The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz
 The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz
The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
 The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 19
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman was 'irate': What caused 'heated exchange' at GM meetings?

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman was 'irate': What caused 'heated exchange' at GM meetings?

The NHL held their annual general manager meetings this week.

The 'Active Stanley Cup Playoffs points leaders' quiz
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / March 19
Hurricanes Could Have Long-Term Scoring Fix in Bradly Nadeau

Hurricanes Could Have Long-Term Scoring Fix in Bradly Nadeau

For years, all we have heard about is the Carolina Hurricanes’ need for a goal scorer. Since relocation, only four players have scored at least 35 goals in a season for this team: Jeff O’Neill, Jeff Skinner, Eric Staal, and Sebastian Aho.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 18
Penguins' Sidney Crosby appears to be back in top form

Penguins' Sidney Crosby appears to be back in top form despite loss to Hurricanes

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby didn't look rusty in his return to the ice on Wednesday night. 

Sidney Crosby addresses returning to Penguins after month-long injury absence
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin sends message about uncertain future after dominant win over Avalanche
The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz
Carolina Hurricanes News / Breakaway on SI / March 18
NHL Fines Hurricanes Star Maximum Amount for High-Sticking

NHL Fines Hurricanes Star Maximum Amount for High-Sticking

The NHL Department of Player Safety issued a $5,000 fine to Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis. The punishment represents the maximum allowable amount under the collective bargaining agreement for a high-sticking infraction against Columbus Blue Jackets winger Conor Garland.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 11
Assessing The Hurricanes’ Underwhelming Trade Deadline

Assessing The Hurricanes’ Underwhelming Trade Deadline

There have been many unpredictable developments in the NHL this season, especially in the Metropolitan Division, where the Penguins and Islanders are unexpectedly holding playoff spots while the Devils and Capitals appear to be out of the race.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 10
Hurricanes’ biggest mistake at 2026 NHL trade deadline

Hurricanes’ biggest mistake at 2026 NHL trade deadline

The Carolina Hurricanes are heading to the stretch run of the NHL season in a comfortable position. They are in first place in the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference with 88 points, a comfortable nine points ahead of the second-place Pittsburgh Penguins.

Carolina Hurricanes News / EasySportz / March 6
Carolina Hurricanes Must Get Trocheck ASAP

Carolina Hurricanes Must Get Trocheck ASAP

RALEIGH — If the Carolina Hurricanes truly believe this is their Stanley Cup window, the path forward is becoming increasingly obvious: bring Vincent Trocheck back to Raleigh.

Michael Bunting News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5
Michael Bunting gets traded ahead of NHL trade deadline for third straight season

Michael Bunting gets traded ahead of NHL trade deadline for third straight season

Bunting, 30, was having a strong year in Nashville, heading into his third trip through free agency.

The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
Carolina Hurricanes News / EasySportz / March 5
Carolina Hurricanes Have Zero Shot at ECF Breakthrough Without a Trade

Carolina Hurricanes Have Zero Shot at ECF Breakthrough Without a Trade

RALEIGH, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes are once again one of the NHL’s best regular-season teams. That much is not up for debate. Carolina sits near the top of the Eastern Conference with a 39-16-6 record, boasting one of the league’s best goal differentials and a balanced attack led by players like Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis.

Carolina Hurricanes News / EasySportz / March 5
Rod Brind’Amour and the Carolina Hurricanes Family Must Make a Trade

Rod Brind’Amour and the Carolina Hurricanes Family Must Make a Trade

RALEIGH, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes are doing it again. They are winning. They are organized. They are smart. And once again, they are staring at a trade deadline that will define whether this season is just another nice story — or the year they finally get serious about winning the Stanley Cup.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Stadium Rant / March 1
Dominant Carolina Hurricanes Are Cruising In The Metropolitan Division

Dominant Carolina Hurricanes Are Cruising In The Metropolitan Division

The Carolina Hurricanes are perhaps one of the most underrated teams in the league, but they’re making their presence known with an impressive point streak.

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