NHL: Around the League in 30 Days, Day Seven– Carolina Hurricanes

With Brad LeClair and Anthony Bumbaco Day 7: Carolina Hurricanes 2010 Record: 35-37-10 (80 Points) finished 3rd in the Southeast Division Roster Changes 2010-2011 Notable (Re)-Arrivals: Anton Babchuk (AHL), Joe Corvo (WSH) 2010-2011 Notable Departures: Ray Whitney (PHO), Rod Brind’Amour (Retired), Brian Pothier (Geneve-Servette HC, SUI), Manny Legace (FA) Hurricanes Report Card Forwards: The Hurricanes forwards leave a lot to be desired, and from an outsiders point of view, it appears they really only have one set line of forwards. Eric Staal, playing center and he’s flanked by Tuomu Ruuto on the rightside along with Erik Cole on his left, make up the only line that could really strike fear into the opponents eyes anytime they’re on the ice. The loss of veterans Ray Whitney and Rod Brind’Amour will hurt this team more than many realize as this Carolina Hurricanes are a very young team. The calming veteran presences of Brind Amour and Whitney at least helped shoulder the load of res...