Carolina Hurricanes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Carolina Hurricanes News / Breakaway on SI / July 25

Hurricanes Sign Rising Forward to Massive Extension

The Carolina Hurricanes locked up another piece of their core as the 2025-2026 regular season approaches. The offseason was hitting a standstill, but the Hurricanes took care of an important business by signing rising forward Jackson Blake to a new, eight-year contract.

Jackson Blake News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Carolina Hurricanes Sign Jackson Blake to an 8-Year Extension

Once again, the Carolina Hurricanes stay busy as they lock up another young core player to the roster long-term. Late Thursday night (July 24), the Hurricanes announced that they gave forward Jackson Blake an eight-year, $45 million extension.

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Jackson Blake News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25

Jackson Blake Tops Dad’s Career Earnings with Hurricanes Extension

The Carolina Hurricanes have locked up promising young forward Jackson Blake, signing him to an eight-year, $45 million extension that begins in the 2026-27 season.

Jackson Blake News / Daily Faceoff / July 24

Hurricanes sign Jackson Blake to eight-year contract

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed Jackson Blake to an eight-year, $45 million contract extension. Blake still had one year remaining on his three-year, entry-level contract with a $905,833 cap hit, and was set to become a restricted free agent at the end of the 2025-26 season.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 24

Hurricanes sign star winger to huge extension

Hurricanes take care of business, sign star winger to lucrative eight-year extension

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Brent Pedersen News / Inside The Rink / July 24

ECHL: Brent Pedersen Returns to Swamp Rabbits in 2025-26

The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have officially re-signed veteran forward Brent Pedersen for the 2025–26 ECHL season, marking his second campaign with the club.

Matthew Tkachuk News / Yardbarker / July 23

NHL insider reveals Hurricanes almost landed Matthew Tkachuk in 2022

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Nathan Beaulieu News / Daily Faceoff / July 23

Nathan Beaulieu retires after 11-year NHL career

Nathan Beaulieu announced his retirement from professional hockey on Wednesday, completing an NHL career that spanned 11 seasons. “Congratulations to Nathan Beaulieu, who has officially announced his retirement from pro hockey,” the NHLPA wrote in a social media post.

Sean Walker News / The Hockey Writers / July 23

Hurricanes’ Sean Walker Poised for an Impactful Second Season in Carolina

As we draw another day closer to opening night for the NHL, there has been a ton of talk surrounding the Carolina Hurricanes. The talk is rightfully warranted, especially after the additions of Nikolaj Ehlers and K’Andre Miller, along with the extension of Logan Stankoven.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 22

Hurricanes Bring Back Ryan Suzuki & Ronan Seeley for 1 More Season

As the offseason rolls on, the Carolina Hurricanes stay busy by adding, or re-signing, to their organizational depth. On Monday, July 21, the Hurricanes announced that they signed Ryan Suzuki to a one-year, two-way deal and agreed to terms with Ronan Seeley to the same deal.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / July 21

Hurricanes re-sign Ryan Suzuki, Ronan Seeley to one-year contracts

On Monday, the Carolina Hurricanes brought back a couple of depth pieces to their organization. General manager Eric Tulsky announced the team has re-signed forward Ryan Suzuki and defenseman Ronan Seeley to one-year, two-way contracts for the 2025-26 season.

Jack Roslovic News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 21

Free Agent Profile: Jack Roslovic

After a disappointing end to his brief tenure with the New York Rangers, Jack Roslovic had to settle for a one-year prove-it deal with the Carolina Hurricanes last summer.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

3 Carolina Hurricanes Players to Take the Next Step in 2025-26

The 2025-26 schedules are officially out, and the NHL is another day closer to opening night, a day fans are ready to be here. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, they’re officially 82 days away from their home opener and opening night game on Oct.

Rasmus Andersson News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Hurricanes Predicted to Land Rasmus Andersson

After coming up short in the Eastern Conference Final yet again, the Carolina Hurricanes have been very active this offseason. Carolina has a bunch of talent across the roster, but they have fallen short year after year.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 17

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The Carolina Hurricanes finally won a game in the Eastern Conference Finals in 2025. However, they were limited to just the one win in the penultimate round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 16

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Father and Son Remain Together in Carolina

The Carolina Hurricanes announced today that they have re-signed forward Skyler Brind’Amour to a one-year contract. Brind’Amour, who made his NHL debut late last season, was a restricted free agent.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Inside The Rink / July 11

Carolina Hurricanes Sign a Forward and a Defenseman

The Carolina Hurricanes today signed forward Noel Gunler and defenseman Gavin Bayreuther to a one-year, two-way contract. Gunler, in 58 games for the Chicago Wolves this past season, had 26 points on 13 goals and 13 assists.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Last Word On Sports / July 11

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Nikolaj Ehlers News / Hockey Latest / July 10

NHL Insider Reveals Exactly How Hurricanes Managed to Pry Nikolaj Ehlers from Jets

NHL insider Murat Ates revealed that Nikolaj Ehlers had numerous conversations with the Hurricanes, and he did his research on the city prior to signing.

Nikolaj Ehlers News / Hockey Latest / July 9

Jeff Marek Reveals Main Reason Nikolaj Ehlers Chose to Sign With the Carolina Hurricanes

NHL insider Jeff Marek revealed the reason Nikolaj Ehlers chose to sign with the Hurricanes is because they offered the most term than anyone else. The Winnipeg Jets finished the 2024-25 season with the league's best regular-season record but crashed in the playoffs without making it to at least the third round for the third consecutive season.