Carolina Hurricanes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Nikolaj Ehlers News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Hurricanes’ Miller & Ehlers Poised to Have an Excellent Second Season in Raleigh

It’s been over a year since the Carolina Hurricanes brought in Nikolaj Ehlers and K’Andre Miller to help them get over the hump, eventually winning the Stanley Cup.

Ryan Whitney News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Ryan Whitney Calls Tom Dundon 'Insane' Over Stanley Cup Engraving

Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon continues to face criticism after the team's Stanley Cup engraving led to controversy across the hockey world. Former NHL defenseman Ryan Whitney became the latest prominent voice to question Dundon's decision during the Spittin Chiclets podcast.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

3 Carolina Hurricanes Prospects to Watch in 2026-27

The Carolina Hurricanes have a knack for finding gems in the draft, no matter the round. As we draw closer to the 2026-27 season, here are three prospects in the Hurricanes’ organization that fans should keep an eye on.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / July 13

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Carolina Hurricanes’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

2025-26 Hurricanes Are Immortalized on the Stanley Cup

Almost a month after winning the Stanley Cup, the 2026 Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes are officially on the Stanley Cup. They’re now forever immortalized on the greatest trophy in sports.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 10

Insider Could See the Hurricanes Offer-Sheeting This RFA

The Leo Carlsson saga has changed the way the hockey world views offer sheets, and now everybody is wondering who could be next to sign one. Connor Bedard and Adam Fantilli stand out above the rest with Carlsson now off the board, however, several other intriguing RFAs remain unsigned.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

Hurricanes’ Inventive Offer Sheet Approach Creates a New NHL Offseason Headache

The Carolina Hurricanes are currently the reigning Stanley Cup Champions. With one of the most aggressive front offices in the NHL, they are constantly looking for ways to improve the roster.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 9

Hurricanes owner facing harsh criticism for Stanley Cup decision

Being a billionaire affords you the opportunity to do a lot of things. They're just not always the right things.

Hurricanes Owner Roasted Over Who He Put on the Stanley Cup

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Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / July 9

Hurricanes Owner Roasted Over Who He Put on the Stanley Cup

Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon is facing backlash after having his wife and all five of his children — including a seven-year-old — engraved on the Stanley Cup, with none of them holding an official role with the organization.

Aleksi Heimosalmi News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

Hurricanes sign Aleksi Heimosalmi to one-year extension

The Stanley Cup champions have come to terms with one their restricted free agents on the blueline. On Thursday, the Carolina Hurricanes signed defenseman Aleksi Heimosalmi to a one-year contract extension.

Aleksi Heimosalmi News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Hurricanes Sign Aleksi Heimosalmi To One-Year Deal

According to a team announcement, the Carolina Hurricanes have signed defenseman Aleksi Heimosalmi. Heimosalmi’s contract is a two-way deal and will last through the 2026-27 season, where he’ll carry an annual cap hit of $850K in the NHL and $85K in the AHL.

Alexander Nikishin News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Nikishin’s Situation Raises Unique Questions for the Hurricanes

The Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup by being the deepest team in the NHL. Four waves of attack rotating in front of three solid defensive pairings and three good goaltenders allowed the Hurricanes to build a roster with no glaring holes.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

3 Priority Contract Extensions for the Carolina Hurricanes This Season

As we draw closer to the start of the 2026-27 season, there have been a plethora of moves since the start of the new calendar year for the NHL. Between trades, signings, rumors, etc., there is no dull moment in the offseason.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Carolina Hurricanes 2026-27 Roster Projection 1.0

We are officially another day closer to the start of the 2026-27 season for the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes. While there aren’t many changes this upcoming season compared to what we saw last season, there could be one or two new names on the opening night roster.

Alexander Nikishin News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

2 Scenarios for the Blues to Acquire the Hurricanes’ Nikishin

The St. Louis Blues have emerged as one of several teams showing interest in Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin, with NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reporting that St.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / July 4

Hurricanes sign Zach Sawchenko to one-year contract

The Carolina Hurricanes announced on Saturday that they’ve signed goaltender Zach Sawchenko to a one-year contract with a league-minimum salary of $850,000.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 1

Penguins bolster defense by signing Trevor van Riemsdyk away from rival

To help shore up the blue line, the Pittsburgh Penguins opened up free agency by signing veteran defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk away from the rival Washington

Penguins sign Atley Calvert to two-year, entry-level contract

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Maple Leafs sign G Sergei Bobrovsky to three-year deal

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 29

Offseason Checklist: Carolina Hurricanes

The offseason is now in full effect following Carolina’s Stanley Cup title. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what teams will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Carolina.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30

Hurricanes make surprising decision amidst buyout window closing

The clock is ticking on the NHL’s first buyout window — and the Carolina Hurricanes have seemingly decided to let it run out on Jesperi Kotkaniemi. According to Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, Carolina is not expected to buy out the Finnish center despite this being the last opportunity to do so at the favorable one-third rate.

John Carlson News / Yardbarker / June 27

Hurricanes looking to add major piece after acquiring Carlson's rights

Hurricanes looking to add major piece after acquiring John Carlson's free-agent rights

The Carolina Hurricanes already have the NHL's best team and they are trying to make it even better for the 2026-27 season.

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Seth Jarvis News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27

Seth Jarvis Out 4 To 6 Months After Shoulder Surgery

Carolina Hurricanes star forward Seth Jarvis will miss anywhere between four to six months after undergoing shoulder surgery, the team announced last night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15

Hurricanes should be set up for long-term run of dominance in NHL

Even though it has consistently ended in near-misses and playoff frustration, the Carolina Hurricanes have objectively been one of the NHL's most successful franchises since the start of the 2018-19 season.

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