Carolina Hurricanes

Depth Propelling Hurricanes to New Heights

16 Feb 2013

The Carolina Hurricanes sit atop the Southeast Division, and while their star players have been on fire, depth has been key to their recent success, as well.

Separately, Staal Brothers Leading Hurricanes’ Offense

5 Feb 2013

Alex Semin, Eric Staal, Jeff Skinner, Jordan Staal, Kirk Muller

Eric and Jordan Staal may not be playing on the same line like many fans had hoped to see this season, but Carolina’s brotherly duo has still be able to lead the Hurricanes’ offense to new heights — even if they’re doing it separately. Skating as the 1A and 1B centers on Kirk Muller’s depth ...

Canes Notebook: Carolina Must Remedy Defensive Woes

23 Jan 2013

Bobby Sanguinetti, Joe Corvo, Joni Pitkanen, Kirk Muller, Tim Gleason

The Carolina Hurricanes are 0-2, and their inabilty to keep the puck out of their own net has raised some early concerns.

Hurricanes Fans: Relax, It’s Only the First Game

20 Jan 2013

Alexander Semin, Cam Ward, Eric Staal, Jeff Skinner, Jordan Staal, Justin Faulk

Take a deep breath and relax. Yes, the Carolina Hurricanes lost, and, yes, it wasn’t pretty or promising. But, this isn’t the end. Cam Ward didn’t look too great in net last night, but maybe he just needs a little time to shake off the rust of an extended off-season. It was the first period ...

3 Reasons Why the Hurricanes Will Excel This Season

19 Jan 2013

Alexander Semin, Jordan Staal, Justin Faulk

It has been a rocky journey for the Hurricanes since their Stanley Cup win in 2006. But, here are three reasons why this season could be different. Offensive Acquisitions The Hurricanes wasted no time in the off-season trying to improve their roster. By acquiring two big names—Alexander Semin and Jordan Staal—the Hurricanes will have more ...

Kevin Westgarth – What to Expect in Carolina

16 Jan 2013

Enforcers, Jim Rutherford, Kevin Westgarth

A player that helped save the season is now looking to help the Hurricanes become a power in the Eastern Conference this season. On Sunday, the Los Angeles Kings traded Kevin Westgarth to the Hurricanes in exchange for forward Anthony Stewart, a fourth-round pick in the 2013 NHL draft, and a sixth-round pick in the ...

Carolina Hurricanes Twitter Handles

15 Jan 2013

Hurricanes Prospects, Justin Faulk, Tim Brent, Twitter, Zac Dalpe

Twitter has become a useful tool in connecting with athletes and sharing information with others. If you can’t get enough Carolina Hurricanes, you are in luck. I have compiled a list of Carolina Hurricanes and Charlotte Checkers players, among other Hurricanes prospects and personnel so you always know what’s happening with the team. Now keep ...

Carolina Hurricanes 2013 Schedule Outlook

14 Jan 2013

Alexander Semin, Eric Staal, Jim Rutherford, Jordan Staal

Here we are. I’d call it a place of peace and serenity for hockey fans. The NHL and the NHLPA finally unlocked the metaphorical door to freedom and Zamboni drivers in NHL rinks can once again serve a purpose. Instead of the 82-game marathon like style of season, it’s going to be a 48-game sprint ...