Carolina Hurricanes: 10 Reasons to be Excited for 2015-2016 Season

With a month left before the Carolina Hurricanes open at home for the 2015-2016 NHL season, hockey is getting agonizingly close.

Yes, since winning the Stanley Cup in 2006, the ‘Canes haven’t had the best success. And yes, there is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the franchise. From rumors of relocation to stagnant contract negotiations, it can be hard to find hope.

However, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. There is actually a lot be excited about this coming season.

Hockey returns to Raleigh one month from today, on October 10th against the Detroit Red Wings. That’s a reason to be excited! In honor of the opener on 10-10-15, here are 10 more reasons Carolina Hurricanes fans should feel excited about the new NHL season.