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Matt Cosman

Matt Cosman is a Sheridan College print journalism graduate from Oakville, Ontario. I've been with THW since 2019 covering the Carolina Hurricanes, one of my favorite childhood teams. When I'm not in my hockey bubble you can probably catch me jamming out on the piano or losing money at the poker tables.

Carolina Hurricanes’ 3 Stars of the Month – January 2021

Matt Cosman | February 3, 2021

With the turn of the calendar, February is in the air and the Carolina Hurricanes can take a deep breath now that their early-season struggles are hopefully behind them. Having…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Hurricanes’ New Young Guns Bring Energy and Poise in Win

Matt Cosman | January 29, 2021

Ten days have passed since the Carolina Hurricanes last took the ice for an NHL game, but you wouldn’t know that by watching their first game back. In a thrilling…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Hurricanes’ Svechnikov Poised For Big Raise in 2021-22

Matt Cosman | January 28, 2021

The Carolina Hurricanes have played just three games this season due to COVID-19 concerns, but once they get back on track Thursday, they’ll only have a few short months before…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

3 Positive Takeaways From the Hurricanes’ Season Opener

Matt Cosman | January 15, 2021

The Carolina Hurricanes will be happy to start the season with a win, but Thursday’s 3-0 victory over the Detroit Red Wings had even more underlying positives that indicate they…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Hurricanes’ Hamilton Embarks on Crucial 2020-21 Season

Matt Cosman | January 12, 2021

Throughout 47 games last season, Dougie Hamilton was a lead candidate for the MVP of the Carolina Hurricanes. Not only that, but the Toronto, Ontario-born defenseman was in the running…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina Hurricanes’ ‘Untouchable’ Prospects

Matt Cosman | December 31, 2020

In nearly three years as general manager (GM) of the Carolina Hurricanes, Don Waddell has taken a proactive approach in the trade and free-agent markets. Now that the Hurricanes are…

Categories Hurricanes Prospects

Carolina Hurricanes’ 3 Worst Contracts for 2020-21

Matt Cosman | December 24, 2020

As one of the youngest up-and-coming teams, the Carolina Hurricanes own the luxury of having few bad contracts on their payroll. In fact, with each young player they sign, they’ve…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina Hurricanes’ 3 Best Contracts for 2020-21

Matt Cosman | November 28, 2020

In today’s NHL, negotiating team-friendly contracts is one of the toughest areas to navigate for a general manager. Some teams like the New York Rangers and Colorado Avalanche have maneuvered…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina Hurricanes 2021 Projected Lineup

Matt Cosman | November 12, 2020

The Carolina Hurricanes haven’t been the most active team during the offseason, having only added a few pieces, but when looking forward to what their lineup could look like for…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Previews and Predictions

‘Mr. Game 7’ Justin Williams: A Cup-Winning Career to Remember

Matt Cosman | October 9, 2020

What better word describes Justin Williams’ career than legendary? While the saying holds true: “Legends never die,” the time finally came for the 39-year-old Cobourg, Ontario-native to announce his retirement…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Editor's Choice, Player Profiles

Hurricanes Swing for the Fences on Day 2 of 2020 Draft

Matt Cosman | October 8, 2020

The Carolina Hurricanes came away from last year’s draft as clear winners, and it’s what helped propel them to the No. 2 farm system as ranked by THW in September.…

Categories Hurricanes Prospects, NHL Entry Draft

Hurricanes Add Scoring and Finesse with Seth Jarvis Pick

Matt Cosman | October 7, 2020

It wasn’t long after the Carolina Hurricanes drafted Seth Jarvis with the 13th overall pick that he got the call from general manager Don Waddell and head coach Rod Brind’Amour…

Categories Hurricanes Prospects, NHL Entry Draft
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