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RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 30: Head coach Rod Brind'Amour of the Carolina Hurricanes walks the ice following their 6-2 defeat in Game Seven of the Second Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the New York Rangers at PNC Arena on May 30, 2022 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

The Canes Fell Short of the Goal

Glenn Brewer

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May 25, 2023

The Final Stand: Carolina Hurricanes’ Last Shot at Glory

Harvey Ashner

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May 24, 2023

Canes Need Necas to Step Up Wednesday

Glenn Brewer

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May 23, 2023

Not Quitting Time For the Hurricanes

Glenn Brewer

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May 23, 2023

May 18, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Florida Panthers defenseman Gustav Forsling (42) and Carolina Hurricanes right wing Stefan Noesen (23) battle for the puck during the first period of game one in the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Canes Got Shut Out, But Ave Has Faves To Write About.

Avery Thomas

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May 23, 2023

May 11, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) misplays the puck against New Jersey Devils left wing Jesper Bratt (63) during the second period in game five of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Kids Canes: Fishy, and Quicky Can Beat Officer Bob

Chris Baker

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May 22, 2023

May 20, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (5) battles for the puck with Florida Panthers center Colin White (6) in game two of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Ave’s….Faves? At Least There Was One OT

Avery Thomas

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May 22, 2023

Mar 17, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brady Skjei (76) celebrates at the bench after scoring a goal during the first period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Canes Mentality: Carolina Has Not Trailed A Series Yet

Glenn Brewer

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May 17, 2023

May 11, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brent Burns (8) walks past the fans before the start of game five of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the New Jersey Devils at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Brent Burns Gets My Vote For Unsung Hero Of The Playoffs Thus Far

Chris Baker

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May 17, 2023

May 11, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) misplays the puck against New Jersey Devils left wing Jesper Bratt (63) during the second period in game five of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

2023 Eastern Conference Finals Match-Up Analysis

Chris Baker

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May 16, 2023

May 7, 2023; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jack Drury (18) hits New Jersey Devils defenseman John Marino (6) during the first period in game three of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports

Carolina Might Have To Play The Hits Depending On Who They Draw

Chris Baker

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May 12, 2023

Apr 19, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Stefan Noesen (23) celebrates his goal against the New York Islanders during the second period in game two of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Canes Bring Storm to Newark

Avery Thomas

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May 10, 2023

Dec 15, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jack Drury (18) skates with the puck against the Seattle Kraken during the first period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Devils Bounce Back In Game 3 Against Hurricanes

Avery Thomas

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May 8, 2023

May 3, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Stefan Noesen (23) gets ready for the start of the game outside the locker room before the warmups against the New Jersey Devils in game one of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Stefan Noesen Teaches Erik Haula About Carolina’s Physical Style

Chris Baker

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May 8, 2023

Apr 25, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes fans get ready for the start of the game against the New York Islanders in game five of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Canes Win Again, Lead Series Over Devils

Avery Thomas

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May 7, 2023

Dec 30, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice comes off the ice after the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Paul Maurice Had Florida Ready To Beat Boston, But Everyone Else?

Chris Baker

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May 4, 2023

Apr 19, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Islanders center Kyle Palmieri (21) tries to control the puck past defenseman Brett Pesce (22) left wing Jordan Martinook (48) center Derek Stepan (21) and center Jordan Staal (11) during the second period in game two of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Experience, Especially In Goal, Will Help Canes Against Devils

Chris Baker

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May 4, 2023

Apr 19, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Jesper Fast (71) celebrates his game winner with defenseman Brent Burns (8) and center Jordan Staal (11) in the overtime against the New York Islanders in game two of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Previewing Round 2: Carolina Hurricanes Set to Face Off Against the New Jersey Devils

Harvey Ashner

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May 3, 2023

Jan 13, 2022; San Jose, California, USA; General view of a hockey stick before the start of the first period between the San Jose Sharks and the New York Rangers at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Thunderbird Caller: Round One Goes To The Birds!

Chris Baker

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May 1, 2023

Apr 19, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;i New York Islanders center Brock Nelson (29) Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Antti Raanta (32) defenseman Brady Skjei (76) right wing Stefan Noesen (23) and defenseman Brett Pesce (22) watch the play during the first period in game two of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Not A Bust For Pesce/Skjei Line, Round One Was Not The Best.

Chris Baker

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May 1, 2023

Mar 18, 2021; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Sebastian Aho (20) celebrates his second period goal with center Martin Necas (88) against the Columbus Blue Jackets at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Sebastian Aho And Martin Necas Are Fine, So You Can Stop Asking.

Chris Baker

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Apr 28, 2023

Apr 23, 2023; Elmont, New York, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing Mackenzie MacEachern (28) celebrates his goal against the New York Islanders during the third period in game four of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Game 4 Showed The Black Aces Can Step Into The Breach For Canes

Chris Baker

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Apr 25, 2023

Apr 19, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Jesper Fast (71) celebrates his game winner with defenseman Brent Burns (8) and center Jordan Staal (11) in the overtime against the New York Islanders in game two of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Game Two Gets Physical & An Overtime Win for Carolina.

Avery Thomas

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Apr 21, 2023

Jan 13, 2022; San Jose, California, USA; General view of a hockey stick before the start of the first period between the San Jose Sharks and the New York Rangers at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Thunderbird Caller: FPHL Playoffs Start for Thunderbirds Against Prowlers

Chris Baker

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Apr 19, 2023

Jan 14, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Andrei Svechnikov (37) tries to carry the puck past Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Mark Friedman (52) during the third period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Will Hurricanes Miss Andrei Svechnikov’s Physicality During Playoffs?

Chris Baker

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Apr 18, 2023

Apr 13, 2023; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell (15) attempts to move the puck between Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin (74) and center Seth Jarvis (24) during the second period at FLA Live Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

First Round: Isles v. Canes Defensive Break-Downs

Chris Baker

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Apr 17, 2023

Apr 10, 2023; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators center Mark Kastelic (47) screens a shot in front of Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen (31) in the third period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports

The Regular Season Was Not Good To Andersen, And Here’s Proof

Chris Baker

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Apr 13, 2023

Dec 3, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brady Skjei (76) celebrates his goal scored against the Los Angeles Kings with defenseman Brett Pesce (22) during the first period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Pesce And Skjei Must Produce If Hurricanes Want To Win In Playoffs

Chris Baker

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Apr 12, 2023

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