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May 16, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period in game six of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Goaltending, special teams put the Hurricanes in a bad spot against New York in 2024

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The Canes and the Bolts clashed as division foes in a fun weather-based duel in 2021

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Aug 5, 2026

A series with promise ended with the Hurricanes' only Game 7 loss in team history

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Aug 4, 2026

The Bruins burst the Hurricanes' bubble in 2020 during a largely forgotten series

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Aug 3, 2026

Apr 15, 2001; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; FILE PHOTO; Carolina Hurricanes center Ron Francis (10) in action against New Jersey Devils defenseman Brian Rafalski (28) during the conference quarterfinals at Continental Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lou Capozzola-USA TODAY NETWORK

The Hurricanes tried dancing with the Devils in 2001, but they were badly burned

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Aug 2, 2026

May 16, 2019; Raleigh, NC, USA; Boston Bruins center Patrice Bergeron (37) celebrates with Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) after scoring a goal against the Carolina Hurricanes in the second period in game four of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

There is no question that these playoff series are the worst in Hurricanes history

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Aug 1, 2026

SKA's Anton But (R) vies with Carolina Hurricanes 's Eric Staal during the NHL preseason game between the SKA St.Petersburg and Carolina Hurricanes in St.Petersburg, on October 4, 2010. PHOTO / KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV (Photo credit should read KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

The Canes play abroad for the first time in 16 years, and their last trip was chaotic

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Jul 31, 2026

Oct 23, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Sean Walker (26) and Colorado Avalanche center Gavin Brindley (54) during the second period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Relocation rumors were an issue for the Hurricanes until one sale kept them at home

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Jul 30, 2026

November 26, 2008; Raleigh, NC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing (28) Wade Brookbank gets ready to throw a punch at the Philadelphia Flyers left wing (24) Josh Gratton during the 1st period at the RBC Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USPRESSWIRE

Fighting might not be the Hurricanes' forte, but these players were pretty good at it

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Jul 29, 2026

September 18, 2013; Raleigh, NC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing Jeff Skinner (53) skates against the Columbus Blue Jackets at PNC Center. The Blue Jackets defeated the Hurricanes 5-4. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

The Red Tour, a Canes jersey, and how Jeff Skinner got caught in an awkward situation

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Jul 28, 2026

Feb 21, 2019; Sunrise, FL, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Petr Mrazek (34) makes a glove save against the Florida Panthers during the the second period at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Mrazek turned into a mad man in overtime during one of 2018-19's wildest finishes

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Jul 27, 2026

Nov 11, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Logan Stankoven (22) fights Washington Capitals defenseman Martin Fehervary (42) during the first period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The Hurricanes' current rivals list has changed so much over the last several years

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Jul 26, 2026

Apr 25, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; The New Jersey Devils and the Carolina Hurricanes battle during the first period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

Results and time have weakened one of the Hurricanes' best rivalries from the 2000s

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Jul 25, 2026

May 7, 2023; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Stefan Noesen (23) and New Jersey Devils left wing Erik Haula (56) fight during the third period in game three of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports

Even with his place in history, Haula and the Hurricanes could stand the test of time

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Jul 23, 2026

Feb 3, 2019; Raleigh, NC, USA; Calgary Flames center Elias Lindholm (28) and Calgary Flames goaltender David Rittich (33) celebrate their win against the Carolina Hurricanes at PNC Arena. The Calgary Flames defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

A homecoming contest ended with a former Hurricane in the Caniacs' crosshairs in 2019

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Jul 22, 2026

Oct 8, 2013; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik (44) draws a roughing penalty on Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jay Harrison (right) during the third period at the CONSOL Energy Center. The Pittsburgh Penguins won 5-2. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

There might not be a more despised villain in Hurricanes history than Brooks Orpik

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Jul 21, 2026

Apr 15, 2001; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; FILE PHOTO; New Jersey Devils defensemen Scott Stevens (4) in action against Carolina Hurricanes left wing Sami Kapanen (24) at Continental Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lou Capozzola-USA TODAY NETWORK

Scott Stevens drew the ire of fans in Raleigh, especially during the 2001 playoffs

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Jul 20, 2026

May 24, 2023; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) celebrates after scoring the game-winning goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period in game four of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at FLA Live Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

The Hurricanes were nearly on the other side of 2022's biggest summer blockbuster

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Jul 19, 2026

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Jaccob Slavin (74) of the United States in action against Canada in the men's ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Missing out on the 2018 and 2022 Olympics delayed or ended dreams for many Hurricanes

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Jul 18, 2026

Mar 14, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing Jake Guentzel (59) looks on against the Florida Panthers during the first period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Jake Guentzel staying in Raleigh re-shapes the last two seasons for the Hurricanes

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Jul 18, 2026

Oct 13, 2016; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets right wing Patrik Laine (29) covers Carolina Hurricanes left wing Sebastian Aho (20) during the second period at MTS Centre. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Fedyck-USA TODAY Sports

Now a joke amongst the fans, there was a time when Laine to Carolina rumors were real

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Jul 17, 2026

April 6, 2011; Raleigh, NC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goalie Cam Ward (30) looks up during the 2nd period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at the RBC center. The Lightning defeated the Hurricanes 6-2. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

A rule change gave the Hurricanes life before squandering it on the final day in 2011

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Jul 16, 2026

April 1, 2008; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals goalie Cristobal Huet (38) holds his arm up after colliding with Carolina Hurricanes right wing Scott Walker (24) in the second period at the Verizon Center. Walker was called for a goalie interference penalty. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports

The Canes let their division lead decay in 2008, creating a sore spot in team history

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Jul 15, 2026

Mar 26, 2015; Raleigh, NC, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Marc-Andre Fleury (29) stops the shot by the Carolina Hurricanes forward Eric Staal (12) during the 3rd period at PNC Arena. The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

A ping pong ball could have changed the course of Hurricanes history forever in 2003

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Jul 14, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Buffalo Sabres left wing Beck Malenstyn (29) and Carolina Hurricanes left wing William Carrier (28) battle for position during the first period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The Hurricanes' Stanley Cup run might have looked a little different with one change

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Jul 13, 2026

Jan 16, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Brandon Bussi (32) and Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin (74) watch the play against the Florida Panthers during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Building an all-time American Carolina Hurricanes roster in honor of July 4th

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Jul 4, 2026

Dec 18, 2014; Raleigh, NC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goalie Cam Ward (30) celebrates the victory with forward Eric Staal (12) against the Toronto Maple Leafs at PNC Arena. The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The Hurricanes' history shows a checkered past of first-round excellence at the draft

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Jun 25, 2026

Jun 14, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (11) is awarded the the Conn Smythe Trophy by Commisioner of the NHL Gary Bettman after defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in game six of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

5 Hurricanes who presented strong cases to win the Conn Smythe Trophy this postseason

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Jun 17, 2026

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