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Conor Power

I am a freelance writer that has covered the Carolina Hurricanes, San Jose Sharks, and New York Rangers for multiple outlets. Now covers the New York Rangers for The Hockey Writers, specializing in hockey history and statistical analysis.

Givani Smith’s Promising Camp Bodes Well for Hurricanes’ Depth

Conor Power | September 29, 2025

When the Carolina Hurricanes signed Givani Smith to a professional tryout, there was no thought given to it by most. Just an afterthought as he joined the organization for preseason,…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Hurricanes’ Ron Francis Trade Tree With Maple Leafs

Conor Power | September 22, 2025

If you have ever glanced at the all-time stats for the Carolina Hurricanes franchise, you will recognize the same player sits atop all three lists. Ron Francis is unique in…

Categories Archives, Carolina Hurricanes, Hockey History, Hurricanes History, Maple Leafs History, NHL Trade Analysis, Toronto Maple Leafs

Persistent Scoring Woes Threaten the Islanders’ 2025-26 Season

Conor Power | September 22, 2025

The New York Islanders have one major issue. The goal scoring of this roster is not anywhere near where it should be. Last season was a disaster when it came…

Categories New York Islanders, Season Previews

Hurricanes’ Offensive Potential Continues to Be Held Back by Brind’Amour’s System

Conor Power | September 7, 2025

Among Carolina Hurricanes fans, a debate has been ongoing for years. Does head coach Rod Brind’Amour’s system hold back the Hurricanes’ offensive firepower? The system Carolina practices is an exhibition…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

This Season Is Ryan Suzuki’s Last Chance to Make the Hurricanes Roster

Conor Power | September 2, 2025

The Carolina Hurricanes are expected to be among the contenders for Lord Stanley at the end of the season. The Hurricanes boast one of the strongest rosters in the league,…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Season Previews

Jesperi Kotkaniemi’s Tenure in Hurricanes’ Top-6 Continues…For Now

Conor Power | August 29, 2025

The Carolina Hurricanes are going into a new season with Jesperi Kotkaniemi remaining as the second-line center. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour essentially confirmed this in a recent interview with 99.9…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Editor's Choice

Hurricanes’ Roster Revamp Poses Special Teams Questions

Conor Power | August 24, 2025

In 2024-25, the Carolina Hurricanes’ special teams were a mixed bag. Special teams are the core essentials of our sport, often deciding close games and playoff series. It’s rare to…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Season Previews

Hurricanes’ Refurbished Defense Raises Lineup Questions

Conor Power | August 15, 2025

The Carolina Hurricanes underwent a facelift. Many have talked about the new deals done with the forward core, but the staple of the Hurricanes in the Rod Brind’Amour era has…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Kent Nilsson Trade Tree: Calgary to Minnesota

Conor Power | July 23, 2025

Typically, an NHL trade tree is made special because its branches illustrate the NHL’s evolution. A trade between two teams impacts both teams, but the ensuing trades made with those…

Categories Calgary Flames, Dallas Stars, Flames History, Hockey History, Stars History

Chris Pronger Trade Tree: Hartford to St. Louis

Conor Power | July 8, 2025

When we look at the Carolina Hurricanes, new fans see a thriving southern hockey market. However, older fans remember them as the transplants of the iconic Hartford Whalers. Starting from…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Carolina Hurricanes, Hockey History, Hurricanes History, NHL Trade Analysis, St Louis Blues

Hurricanes Are Better Off Keeping Jesperi Kotkaniemi

Conor Power | June 26, 2025

The Carolina Hurricanes had a great season, especially given what they lost last summer. Now, with all the assets and cap space they have accrued, the excitement for the summer…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Ron Francis Trade Tree: Hartford Whalers to Pittsburgh Penguins

Conor Power | June 15, 2025

Some of the best NHL trade trees show when history is made. The Wayne Gretzky trade tree shows the growth of hockey in the United States as the best player…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Hockey History, Hurricanes History, Penguins History, Pittsburgh Penguins
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