12. 2015-16
The start of the modern era for the Canes really kicked off in 2015-16. The turnaround under Bill Peters was evident as Carolina was somewhat competitive in the newly formed Metropolitan Division.
Carolina finished with a 35-31-16 record as the overtime and shootout struggles continued. Jeff Skinner, Victor Rask, and Elias Lindholm took over for this team as they were three of the four leaders in points.
Cam Ward and Eddie Lack started to split time as well, but neither was very successful. Both Ward and Lack only combined for three shutouts and a save percentage well under .910. Fans started to notice the real lack of solid goaltending in Raleigh.
Peters started to gradually improve the Canes record at this time, though. Hopefully, the Canes continue to see that turnaround and improvement into the 2017-18 season with even higher expectations.