Editorials

Jun 19, 2019; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Don Waddell is pictured on the red carpet during the 2019 NHL Awards at Mandalay Bay. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Young Canes Future Uncertain for Upcoming Season

Glenn Brewer
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Kids Canes: More Penalties- Hooking, And The Big No-No

Biggest Summer Splash So Far? Our Panel Weighs In!

Head Coach Brind’Amour is Irreplaceable

Apr 6, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) shoots the puck against the Colorado Avalanche during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Erik Karlsson Would Have Been A Fun Experiment, All Things Considered

Chris Baker
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Feb 17, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho (20) looks on during practice at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

New Contract, And A Potential New Role For Aho In Canes Leadership

Chris Baker
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Artist Suzy Kalin, of Troll Fairy Designs, shares a booth at the Bazaar on Apricot & Lime in Sarasota. Kalin transforms vintage toys and troll dolls that she says are popular with collectors.Sar 112621 Collfinaldi 006

A Troll On Social Media Are One Thing, Trolls Emailing Is Another

Chris Baker
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Nov 23, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brent Burns (8) defenseman Calvin de Haan (44) defenseman Jaccob Slavin (74) and defenseman Jalen Chatfield (5) looks oil against the Arizona Coyotes during the third period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Carolina Hurricanes: Differing Opinions Are Fine. Hateful Remarks Aren’t.

Ben Huffman
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TORONTO, ON - FEBRUARY 7: Tony DeAngelo #77 of the Carolina Hurricanes warms up prior to playing against the Toronto Maple Leafs in an NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on February 7, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

With DeAngelo Back In Raleigh, Let’s Hope He Isn’t Problematic This Time.

Avery Thomas
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Fanatics

The Better Sweaters Of The Game

Keith Preston
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Apr 11, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho (20) looks up at the fans after their victory against the Detroit Red Wings at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Sebastian Aho Gets a Well-Deserved Pay Raise

Eli Strong
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Apr 10, 2023; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brent Burns (8) controls the puck in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports

Kids Canes: Brent “Kit-Kat” Burns In The Face Off Circle

Chris Baker
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Dec 23, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Tony DeAngelo (77) blocks Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) shot during the first period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Expectations Of TDA Are Higher, As They Should Be

Chris Baker
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OTTAWA, ON - JANUARY 26: Stormy, mascot for the Carolina Hurricanes, poses for a portrait during 2012 NHL All-Star Weekend at Ottawa Convention Centre on January 26, 2012 in Ottawa, Canada. (Photo by Matt Zambonin/Freestyle Photo/Getty Images)

Canes Fundits Lighten Up. Funditry Is Supposed To Be FUN!

Chris Baker
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Dec 23, 2022; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Coyotes left wing Lawson Crouse (67) and Los Angeles Kings left wing Brendan Lemieux (48) scrum during the first period at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Friday Night Fights Coming To Raleigh…Wow, I’m So Thrilled

Chris Baker
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May 1, 2023; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils left wing Erik Haula (56) celebrates his goal with teammates against the New York Rangers during the third period in game seven of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Haula’s Bracelet Is A Clear Warning For The Hurricanes. Plain As Day

Chris Baker
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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

The Infatuation With Erik Haula Really Needs To End Now

Ben Huffman
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Jan 31, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) smiles near the bench during warmups against the Los Angeles Kings at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Kids Canes: Hat Trick Here! Hat Trick There! Hat Trick Everywhere!

Chris Baker
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Dec 22, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Dylan Coghlan (15) takes the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

We Got Dylan Coghlan, And Who Else???? Oh…Umm…Hmmmm

Chris Baker
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May 3, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brett Pesce (22) celebrates his goal with defenseman Brady Skjei (76) against the New Jersey Devils during the first period in game one of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Independence Day! Canes American Players

Glenn Brewer
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Jun 19, 2019; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Don Waddell is pictured on the red carpet during the 2019 NHL Awards at Mandalay Bay. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

“We Like Our Group” Remarks Are Getting Old. Really. They Are.

Chris Baker
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ST LOUIS, MO - DECEMBER 01: Seth Jarvis #24 of the Carolina Hurricanes celebrates scoring a goal with Martin Necas #88 and Sebastian Aho #20 in the second period at Enterprise Center on December 1, 2022 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

The Carolina Hurricanes Need to Make a Splash in the Division Arms Race

Ben Huffman
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Mar 26, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (11) looks on against the Boston Bruins during the first period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Captain Question Off The List For Carolina For The Foreseeable

Chris Baker
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RALEIGH, NC - APRIL 17: Jordan Staal #11 of the Carolina Hurricanes faces off against Noah Dobson #8 of the New York Islanders during the second period of Eastern Conference Game One of the First Round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena on April 17, 2023 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Hurricanes defeat Islanders 2-1. (Photo by Jaylynn Nash/Getty Images)

Off-Season Moves: Staal Returns to Raleigh

Glenn Brewer
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TORONTO, ON - FEBRUARY 7: Tony DeAngelo #77 of the Carolina Hurricanes warms up prior to playing against the Toronto Maple Leafs in an NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on February 7, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Is League Intervention on the Tony DeAngelo Deal a Blessing in Disguise?

Ben Huffman
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Mar 23, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Tony DeAngelo (77) reacts after a goal against the Minnesota Wild in the third period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports

Kids Canes: Trade Rumor Season. Let’s Talk Turkey About Trades

Chris Baker
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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)

I Don’t Want RBA In The Hall Of Fame, And Why I Hate An HOF

Chris Baker
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Mar 5, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) against the Tampa Bay Lightning at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

I’ll Be The First To Say: “Specialty Warm-Up Jerseys Are So Last Year”

Chris Baker
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