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Andrew Hirsh

Andrew Hirsh is a graduate of Elon University and is entering his fourth year as a credentialed NHL writer. He founded SunbeltHockey.com in 2012 and serves as the site's managing editor. Andrew can be reached via email at ahirsh3@gmail.com.

Russian Hockey Cheerleaders & KHL Marketing

Andrew Hirsh | December 2, 2012

Ilya Kovalchuk is not one to show much emotion, but he got in front of the camera for the SKA hockey team’s recent music video and showed off some of his dance moves.

Categories KHL

Charlotte Checkers Continue Rampant Pace

Andrew Hirsh | November 30, 2012

  By Andrew Hirsh  After opening the 2012-13 season with a 6-1-1 record, the Charlotte Checkers have continued their rampant pace throughout November. The Hurricanes American Hockey League affiliate has…

Categories AHL, Carolina Hurricanes

Atlanta Thrashers Hockey: Oh, What Could Have Been…

Andrew Hirsh | November 20, 2012

On April 12, 2007, the Atlanta Thrashers skated in their first ever postseason contest. The building was sold out that night, as over 18,000 Georgia residents packed the stands of Philips Arena, most sporting light blue attire. While that event took place more than five and a half years ago, I remember it like it was yesterday.

Categories Atlanta Thrashers, NHL News

Carolina Hurricanes: Zach Boychuk Excelling in AHL

Andrew Hirsh | November 17, 2012

When the Carolina Hurricanes drafted Zach Boychuk 14th overall in 2008, they envisioned he would quickly mature into a quality NHL goal-scorer. While it’s taken longer than expected, Boychuk may be ready to live up to these lofty expectations.

Categories AHL, Carolina Hurricanes, NHL News

NHL Lockout: Owners, Bettman Only Have Themselves to Blame

Andrew Hirsh | November 1, 2012

Contrary to what anyone could have predicted back in 2005, the National Hockey League’s overall revenue has grown tremendously under the most recent collective bargaining agreement, reaching $3.2 billion last season—the most in league history. And yet, the majority of NHL teams continue to hurt financially, and very few are currently making real money.

Categories NHL News

Justin Faulk Poised to Tear Up AHL

Andrew Hirsh | October 26, 2012

By Andrew Hirsh Around this time last year, Justin Faulk received a demotion to the American Hockey League after struggling in his rookie year with the Hurricanes. Now, with the…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

NHL Lockout: League Prevents Flyers Management from Attending Charity Event

Andrew Hirsh | September 20, 2012

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and his fellow league executives want you to believe that they care about the fans. Their words, however, do not coincide with their actions.

Categories Philadelphia Flyers

Hurricanes Sign Patrick Dwyer to 2-Year Extension

Andrew Hirsh | September 5, 2012

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN-IKdJaaMI The Carolina Hurricanes continued their busy offseason on Wednesday by signing forward Patrick Dwyer to a two-year, $1.8 million extension. The new contract will pay him $900,000 in 2013-14…

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Jeremy Welsh Could be Carolina’s Answer at Third Line Center

Andrew Hirsh | August 20, 2012

Jeremy Welsh, signed by the Carolina Hurricanes last spring, could make the jump to a full-time NHL role this season.

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, NHL News, NHL Prospects

Lockout Could Have Dire Consequences for the Florida Panthers

Andrew Hirsh | August 16, 2012

After making the playoffs last spring for the first time since 2000, the Florida Panthers have finally given their fans some long-overdue optimism about the team’s future. Unfortunately, that optimism…

Categories Florida Panthers, NHL News

Carolina Hurricanes Sign Alex Semin to 1-Year Deal

Andrew Hirsh | July 26, 2012

The Carolina Hurricanes further bolstered their offense Thursday afternoon, signing former 40-goal scorer Alex Semin to a 1-year deal. The contract will pay him $7 million for the 2012-13 season.…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Semin, Hurricanes Could Be a Good Match

Andrew Hirsh | July 7, 2012

The Carolina Hurricanes are in need of a quality goal-scorer to round out their top-six. Alex Semin is looking for a chance at redemption. Potential risks notwithstanding, bringing these two…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Washington Capitals
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