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On the heels of a career year, Andrei Svechnikov must find his offense consistently

I've mentioned a few times that the Carolina Hurricanes' change in fortunes can partially be tied to the night they moved up in the draft lottery in 2018.

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Hurricanes’ Alexander Nikishin Still Hoping For Trade

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin became the focus of summer trade speculation after reportedly requesting a move at the end of the 2025-26 season.

Alexander Nikishin News / NHL Trade Talk / September 14

Stanley Cup Champion Alexander Nikishin Wants Out After Trade Request Goes Public

Pierre Lebrun reported today that Alexander Nikishin has formally requested a trade, and the timing is what’s catching everyone off guard. The request came right at the start of the offseason, lining up with earlier rumblings that the Carolina Hurricanes were open to moving the young defenceman.

Jalen Chatfield News / Cardiac Cane / September 13

The Hurricanes and Jalen Chatfield could each benefit from a big contract season

The evolution of Jalen Chatfield's game continues to make him one of the Carolina Hurricanes' best finds ever. They took a low-risk, high-reward chance on him in 2021, and he's paid them back in spades as one of their most trusted shutdown guys.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Pierre-Olivier Joseph News / The Hockey Writers / September 13

P.O. Joseph Could Be Ideal Extra Defenseman for Hurricanes

Pierre-Olivier Joseph’s contract with the Carolina Hurricanes raised some eyebrows within the fanbase. Many of those questions stem from the looming uncertainty around restricted free agent (RFA) defenseman Alexander Nikishin.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 12

Hurricanes RFA Alex Nikishin linked to Western Conference team

The Carolina Hurricanes get ready for the 2026-27 season with a problem on their hands. Carolina has a restricted free agent in defenseman Alex Nikishin.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

The Metropolitan Division Is the Hurricanes’ to Lose in 2026-27

As we head into the last weekend without hockey, the 2026-27 season is right around the corner. The Carolina Hurricanes seek to defend their first Stanley Cup title in 20 years.

William Carrier News / Cardiac Cane / September 12

Big hits, occasional offense are exactly what the Canes need from William Carrier

Not everyone on the Carolina Hurricanes is here to score goals, play lockdown defense, or stop pucks between the pipes. Some of them are here to run over people when the moment calls for it and provide a spark when the team needs it the most.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 11

Rookies take the ice, injured Hurricane gets some work in on a busy Friday in Raleigh

With each passing day, we grow closer and closer to Opening Night, but there's still plenty of business to attend to before the Carolina Hurricanes officially drop the puck for the 2026-27 season.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / September 11

Hurricanes News & Rumors: Mike Reilly Re-Signs and Friedman on Hellebuyck & Nikishin Rumors

Throughout most of the offseason, the Carolina Hurricanes had some news here and there, but not frequently. However, that has changed over the last couple of weeks.

Alexander Nikishin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 11

Predators Reportedly Interested In Alexander Nikishin

As the start of training camps inch closer, Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin remains an unsigned RFA, without a contract. His name has featured in trade rumors throughout the summer, but no deal involving him has been reached.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Logan Stankoven News / Cardiac Cane / September 11

Logan Stankoven tore it up when it mattered, but a raise means more will be needed

The Carolina Hurricanes had questions at second-line center heading into last season. Everyone felt that they needed to do something to address it during free agency last summer.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 11

Five potential landing spots for Chris Kreider

Chris Kreider is unexpectedly available less than a month before the start of the NHL season. The Anaheim Ducks placed the veteran winger on unconditional waivers and terminated the final year of his contract by mutual agreement.

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Mike Reilly News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10

Hurricanes Sign Mike Reilly

The Carolina Hurricanes announced today that veteran defenseman Mike Reilly has been signed to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal will be worth the league minimum of $850K at the NHL level, and will carry a salary of $450K in the AHL.

Mike Reilly News / Daily Faceoff / September 10

Hurricanes sign Mike Reilly to one-year contract

The reigning Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes are notable for the amount of continuity they are set to bring back to the ice next season, and they retained yet another depth piece on Thursday.

Mark Jankowski News / Cardiac Cane / September 10

Mark Jankowski has capitalized on his opportunity with Carolina on the fourth line

The fourth line rarely gets its due from any fan base. They don't generate the most buzz in the world, yet I truly believe that the Caniacs have a special love for theirs that few in the league possess.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 9

The Hurricanes re-sign a trio of important Wolves, strengthening the AHL roster

Business in the front office is starting to pick up a little more. The Hurricanes signed Pierre-Olivier Joseph on Tuesday, adding some depth to the blue line.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / September 9

Hurricanes sign three RFAs to contracts

The Carolina Hurricanes announced a trio of restricted free agent signings on Wednesday. The team signed goaltender Cayden Primeau to a two-year contract, while forwards Skyler Brind’Amour and Justin Robidas were signed to one-year, two-way deals.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9

Carolina Hurricanes Re-Sign Three Players

The Carolina Hurricanes announced today that the team has re-signed three players for the upcoming season: Justin Robidas, Cayden Primeau, and Skyler Brind’Amour.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 9

6 prospects to pay close attention to during the 2026 Prospects Showcase in Raleigh

Three months after winning the Stanley Cup, the Carolina Hurricanes are finally playing hockey again this weekend. Of course, it won't be the NHL squad taking the ice.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Cardiac Cane / September 8

The Hurricanes add to their depth on the blue line with a late offseason addition

It has been far from the most exciting offseason from a free agency standpoint in Raleigh. They've made the odd more here and there, like the addition of Zachary Sawchenko, but nothing to really write home about.

Pierre-Olivier Joseph News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 8

Hurricanes sign former 1st-round pick to bolster blue line

The Carolina Hurricanes are hoping to defend their Stanley Cup title during the 2026-27 NHL season. Carolina is making a move on Tuesday to help do just that.

Eric Staal News / The Hockey Writers / September 8

Historical Hurricanes: Eric Staal’s Overwhelming Impact in Carolina

Throughout the “Historical Hurricanes” series, we’ve flipped through the Carolina Hurricanes’ history. From Rod Brind’Amour joining the team in 2000 and winning a Stanley Cup in 2006 to Cam Ward, the best goalie in team history, Raleigh has a ton of lore.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / August 4

Hurricanes are taking a dangerous gamble after winning Stanley Cup

Brandon Bussi played four times during the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs. All four appearances came in the Final. Now, he may enter next season as the Hurricanes’ top goaltender.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / July 24

Hurricanes could turn Alexander Nikishin into the NHL's next blockbuster trade

The Carolina Hurricanes may have to decide whether their promising young defenseman is more valuable on the roster or at the center of a much larger trade.

Hurricanes sign Ronan Seeley to one-year contract

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Ryan Reaves eyeing another NHL season

2027 NHL trade deadline date set

John Tortorella: 'I want to coach'

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