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Hurricanes Advance to Round 2 After Defeating Devils 5-4 in Double Overtime

The Carolina Hurricanes came into Game 5 on Tuesday night (April 29) looking to end the series against the New Jersey Devils. The last time the Hurricanes defeated the Devils in Game 5 was back in 2023 in Round 2 in overtime, thanks to Jesper Fast.

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Aho's 2OT winner gives Hurricanes series victory

Sebastian Aho hammered a one-timer past Jacob Markstrom at 4:17 of the second OT to help the Carolina Hurricanes defeat the New Jersey Devils 5-4 Tuesday night to clinch their first-round playoff series and become the first team to advance into Round 2.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 30

Hurricanes escape three-goal hole, eliminate Devils in 2OT

Sebastian Aho scored his second goal of the game at 4:17 of the second overtime period, and the Carolina Hurricanes advanced to the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with a 5-4 win against the New Jersey Devils in Game 5 on Tuesday in Raleigh, N.C.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / April 30

Hurricanes become first team to advance to second round of 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs

It took double overtime, but the Carolina Hurricanes won’t mind. The Hurricanes are off to the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs after beating the New Jersey Devils 5-4 on Tuesday evening.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Hurricanes eliminate Devils with thrilling double OT win in Game 5

The Carolina Hurricanes entered Game 5 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a chance to end their series. They held a 3-1 series lead over the New Jersey Devils in the first round.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Breakaway on SI / April 29

Hurricanes Advance to Second Round With Win in 2OT

With a hard-fought overtime win in Game 5, the Carolina Hurricanes are the first team to advance to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Hurricanes appeared to be on the ropes in Game 5 against the New Jersey Devils, but they battled back to knot the game, eventually forcing a 4-4 score through regulation.

Frederik Andersen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Hurricanes dealt unfortunate Frederik Andersen Game 5 update

The Carolina Hurricanes are getting some bad news. Goaltender Frederik Andersen is out for the team’s Game 5 clash with the New Jersey Devils in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, per Sports Net Canada.

Pyotr Kochetkov News / Field Level Media / April 29

Hurricanes turn to G Pyotr Kochetkov for Game 5 vs. Devils

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov will get the start on Tuesday in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the New Jersey Devils in Raleigh, N.C.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / April 29

Hurricanes’ Frederik Andersen day-to-day; Pyotr Kochetkov to start Game 5 versus Devils

Frederik Andersen remains day-to-day after leaving Game 4 of the Carolina Hurricanes‘ first-round series against the New Jersey Devils, head coach Rod Brind’Amour told The Athletic’s Cory Lavalette.

Frederik Andersen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29

Hurricanes starting goaltender likely out for Game 5

The Hurricanes are unlikely to have their starting goaltender available for Game 5 of their first-round series against the Devils Tuesday.

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Frederik Andersen News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Hurricanes Coach Sends 'Frustrating' Message About Frederik Andersen's Injury

The Carolina Hurricanes' 5-2 Game 4 win over the New Jersey Devils brought them within one victory of advancing, but the focus after the game was on starting goaltender Frederik Andersen.

Alexander Nikishin News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Why it took so long for the Hurricanes to officially sign Alexander Nikishin

The Carolina Hurricanes officially registered defenseman Alexander Nikishin to an entry-level contract on Saturday following reports from his Russian agent that Nikishin was unhappy.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 28

Hurricanes hoping to finish off Devils

After a tough regular season, Carolina Hurricanes winger Andrei Svechnikov is feeling rejuvenated in the Stanley Cup playoffs. The 25-year-old has four

Frederik Andersen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 28

Hurricanes hit with discouraging Frederik Andersen injury

The Carolina Hurricanes are one win away from booking their ticket to Round 2 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs — but they might have to play Game 5 against the New Jersey Devils without their starting goaltender.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

3 Takeaways From Hurricanes’ 5-2 Game 4 Win Over Devils

The Carolina Hurricanes are one win away from advancing to Round 2 of the 2025 NHL Playoffs. On Sunday afternoon (April 27), the Hurricanes defeated the New Jersey Devils 5-2 to take a 3-1 series lead in Round 1.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 28

NHL roundup: Andrei Svechnikov scores 3, Canes 1 win from ousting Devils

Andrei Svechnikov's hat trick helped the Carolina Hurricanes overcome the loss of goalie Frederik Andersen to beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 in Newark, N.J., on Sunday and take a commanding 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals series.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Hurricanes’ Andrei Svechnikov gives confident reaction to Game 4 hat trick

The Carolina Hurricanes faced the New Jersey Devils in Game 4 of their 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup. The Devils won Game 3 in overtime thanks to young defenseman Simon Nemec.

NHL News / ESPN / April 27

Brind'Amour irked after Meier runs into Andersen

After a Game 4 victory over New Jersey on Sunday, Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour said he was "frustrated" when there was no penalty given to Devils veteran forward Timo Meier when he injured goaltender Frederik Andersen in the second period.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 27

Hurricanes’ Frederik Andersen to be evaluated for injury

Despite securing a commanding 3-1 lead in their Round One series against the New Jersey Devils, the Carolina Hurricanes could have a different look between the pipes for their remaining games.

Hurricanes officially register prospect's contract

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Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

Hurricanes’ Jankowski and Roslovic Provide Different Fourth Line Options

The Carolina Hurricanes have a decision to make regarding the lineup in Game 4. A loss in double overtime in Game 3 revealed that their series against the New Jersey Devils will be just that: a series.

Carolina Hurricanes News / House of Hockey / April 27

Carolina Hurricanes Forced to Act Quickly After Top Prospect Nearly Demands Trade

Alexander Nikishin's agent recently threatened to walk away from the Carolina Hurricanes, and now the team have responded and have a contract done. There

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 26

Hurricanes officially register prospect's contract

On Friday, a representative for Hurricanes prospect Alexander Nikishin expressed some frustration that his contract had yet to be registered with the NHL despite being agreed to in principle before the playoffs.

Alexander Nikishin News / Blade of Steel / April 25

Top Young Defenseman Threatens To Leave The NHL Over Contract Dispute

The Hurricanes have long been a difficult team to work with, and now Alexander Nikishin's camp has figured that out as they threaten to return home to Russia.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / April 22

Watch: Belichick gets unfriendly welcome at Hurricanes game

Watch: Bill Belichick gets unfriendly welcome at Hurricanes game

Bill Belichick has gained countless new fans since he agreed to become the head coach at North Carolina, but it does not sound like many of them attended Tuesday night's NHL playoff game between the New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes.

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Brent Burns News / Blade of Steel / April 22

Brent Burns Headbutts Former Teammate as Tensions Rise in Playoff Matchup

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brent Burns got away with a very dirty play today as the team hosts the Devils for game two of their first-round series.