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Hurricanes News & Rumors: Jerseys, Injuries, & Trade Targets

Brandon Stanley | January 27, 2023

After an impressive 3-2 overtime win against the Dallas Stars, the Carolina Hurricanes just keep on trucking ahead. Things have gotten rocky at times in recent weeks for the Hurricanes,…

NHL’s Top 5 Defenses – Midseason Updated

Eugene Helfrick | January 10, 2023

Defense wins championships. It’s a saying as old as hockey itself, but there is truth to this wisdom. A stout defense can both limit the opponent’s scoring chances while placing…

Hurricanes 2022-23 Roster Breakdown: Questions, Storylines, & More

Brandon Stanley | October 10, 2022

The preseason is wrapped up, rosters have been trimmed down to 23, and we are just days away from the start of the NHL’s 2022-23 season. Well, technically, the season…

5 Longshots for the 2022-23 Norris Trophy

Stephen Ground | September 19, 2022

If he hadn’t already, Cale Makar established himself last season as not only the best defenseman in the NHL but among the most elite hockey players in the world. Even…

Ranking NHL Teams By Defencemen

Eugene Helfrick | September 8, 2022

Ranking NHL Teams by Forwards Ranking NHL Teams By Goaltenders Ranking a defense core is difficult, especially during the offseason. Some teams underachieved throughout the 2021-22 season despite having star…

Hurricanes News & Rumors: Kochetkov, Blue Line Health, & More

Brandon Stanley | March 17, 2022

As the Carolina Hurricanes resume their American Hockey League (AHL)-like schedule – games on the weekends, none during the week – things almost feel a bit out of rhythm. Especially…

Klingberg Trade Would Make Hurricanes’ Blue Line Lethal

Brandon Stanley | January 24, 2022

The Carolina Hurricanes will take all your defensemen. I remember back in the summer of 2019, the team had two stars on the top pairing in Jaccob Slavin and Dougie…

The NHL’s Top 5 Defenses

Eugene Helfrick | January 10, 2022

Defense wins championships. It’s a saying as old as hockey itself, but there is truth to this wisdom. A stout defense can both limit the opponent’s scoring chances while placing…

Hurricanes News & Rumors: Stars of the Week, Illness, and World Juniors

Brandon Stanley | December 14, 2021

As the Carolina Hurricanes head to Minnesota for the last stop on another road trip, they’ve gained six of a possible eight points on their trek through western Canada. A…

Hurricanes’ Takeaways vs. Stars: Struggling Offense Sinks Team

Brandon Stanley | December 1, 2021

It’s a long season, and sometimes things just don’t go your way. Right now, they’re not for the Carolina Hurricanes. Three of your top four defensemen out with COVID is…

Hurricanes’ Concerning Trends: Slow Starts, Discipline, & Goaltending

Brandon Stanley | November 9, 2021

May as well throw in the towel on this season – the Carolina Hurricanes have lost a game. I’m kidding, obviously. The Hurricanes still look like one of the very…

Hurricanes Need to Focus on Defensive Depth This Offseason

Brandon Stanley | July 16, 2021

Under Tom Dundon, the Carolina Hurricanes have made a point to lean toward offense through the draft and use free agency and trade opportunities to shore up the blue line.…

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