Hurricanes Activate Seth Jarvis From Injured Reserve
In June, the Carolina Hurricanes announced that forward Seth Jarvis had surgery on his right shoulder, with a recovery time of four to six months. The timeline for a return…
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Hurricanes activate Seth Jarvis off injured reserve
Carolina also called up forward Skyler Brind’Amour and sent down forward Bradley Nadeau.
Report: Jets Have Only 1 Hellebuyck Trade Offer Worth Considering
The Winnipeg Jets are scrambling to move veteran goalie Connor Hellebuyck before his suspension ends on Friday, and General Manager Kevin Cheveldayoff reportedly has only one viable offer—from the Carolina Hurricanes. The Hurricanes could send goaltender Brandon Bussi, a top prospect, and at least one of three first‑round picks they own, possibly in a three‑way deal that also involves defenseman Alexander Nikishin. While Buffalo and Utah have shown intermittent interest, the Jets want a trade done quickly to avoid locker‑room disruption.
Report: 6 Teams Pursuing Alexander Nikishin Amid $63 Million Contract Demand
Six clubs—including the St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, New York Islanders, Nashville Predators, Philadelphia Flyers and Seattle Kraken—have queried the Carolina Hurricanes about defenseman Alexander Nikishin, who remains unsigned after his entry‑level deal expired. The 25‑year‑old, fresh off an 11‑goal, 22‑assist rookie season and a Stanley Cup run, is demanding a seven‑year contract worth $8‑9 million a year ($56‑63 million total). Carolina’s trade talks, such as a stalled package for Connor Hellebuyck, have stalled, and the team’s cap constraints keep talks in limbo, leaving the Hurricanes 8‑2‑1 without him.
Alexander Nikishin, Hurricanes ready to part ways
Nikishin, who has requested a trade and remains unsigned, posted 33 points in 81 games in his rookie year for the Hurricanes.
Hurricanes’ Jackson Blake Having an Underrated Start to 2026-27
The Carolina Hurricanes are back in the win column after their 6-3 win on Tuesday night (Oct. 20) against the Vancouver Canucks. They’re 8-2-1 in the 2026-27 season and are…
Mark Jankowski is a great reminder that development sometimes requires time and patience
The article uses former Flames draft pick Mark Jankowski to illustrate how player development can demand patience. Selected 21st overall in 2012, Jankowski spent four years at Providence College, winning a national title and earning All‑American honors before turning pro. After modest stints with Calgary, Pittsburgh, Buffalo and Nashville, he landed with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2025, became a versatile power‑play and penalty‑kill forward, and earned a two‑year extension during the 2026 playoffs, followed by a Stanley Cup win a month later. Coach Rod Brind’Amour praises his adaptability, highlighting the lesson for Flames fans that prospects may need years, not months, to fulfill their potential.
Canucks News & Rumours: Karlsson, Lekkerimäki, Sasson, Buium & Meriläinen
Some losses tell you a team is completely out of its depth; others leave you wondering how things went wrong again. The Vancouver Canucks‘ 6-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes…
‘Same story again’: Canucks’ Pettersson and Sasson express frustration after losing streak extends to eight
The Vancouver Canucks slide into an eight‑game losing streak after a 6‑3 defeat to the Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 20, 2026. Elias Pettersson voiced palpable frustration, lamenting a costly stick penalty that led to a Sebastian Aho penalty shot, while Max Sasson called the slump "extremely" tiring for the squad. The skid, which began with a loss to the Vegas Golden Knights on Oct. 4 and includes six straight Eastern road defeats, leaves the team desperate for a win against the Detroit Red Wings at Rogers Arena Thursday.
Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins to make season debut against Hurricanes
Nugent-Hopkins, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NHL Draft, has missed each of the Oilers’ games with a lower-body injury.
NHL Power Rankings: Golden Knights, Oilers Lead the Way With Hurricanes and Lightning Right Behind
The cream, to steal a line from Randy Savage, is beginning to rise.
Stankoven Gets One Heck of a Homecoming as Hurricanes Overcome Canucks in Late-Night Game
The Carolina Hurricanes defeat the Vancouver Canucks 6-3 in a late‑night showdown at Rogers Arena on Oct. 21, 2026. Home‑province native Logan Stankoven opens the scoring and adds a second goal, celebrating the 400‑person crowd that traveled from British Columbia. Nikolaj Ehlers leads the surge with two goals and an assist, while Nicolas Deslauriers nets two and Jackson Blake records three points. The game sees multiple lead changes before the Hurricanes pull away in the third period. Highlights include Juuso Valimaki’s NHL return after 600 days and a playful post‑game hug between goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov and Deslauriers.
The Stanchies: Hot dogs fall from the sky as Canucks fall 6-3 to the Hurricanes
The Vancouver Canucks fall 6-3 to defending champion Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 20, 2026, after being outshot 43‑17. Despite rallying three times to tie the game, the Canucks couldn’t match Carolina’s relentless forechecking and depth; Logan Stankoven’s second goal sealed the win. Goalie Leevi Meriläinen allowed five goals but showed resilience, while Hurricanes forward Nicolas Deslauriers netted two. Coach Manny Malhotra’s squad displayed effort but highlighted a talent gap that will likely force Vancouver further into a rebuild and draft lottery. The article critiques both coaches’ strategies and notes the team’s struggle to exit the zone with possession.
Hurricanes 6, Canucks 3
The Carolina Hurricanes defeat the Vancouver Canucks 6-3 at Rogers Arena on Oct. 20, 2026. Nikolaj Ehlers, Logan Stankoven and enforcer Nicolas Deslauriers each net two goals, with Deslauriers scoring the winner – his first multi‑goal game in years. Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov improves to 6‑0‑0, while Jackson Blake dishes out a team‑high three assists. The Canes dominate possession, outshooting Vancouver 44‑17, but struggle on special teams (0‑5). The win marks Carolina’s eighth in nine games and extends their road trip record to 2‑1‑0. The Hurricanes head to Edmonton Thursday for a clash with another top club.
Instant Reaction: Canucks’ penalty kill perfect in 6-3 loss to Hurricanes
In an October 21, 2026 home loss, the Vancouver Canucks fell 6-3 to the Carolina Hurricanes despite a flawless penalty kill. Logan Stankoven sparked Carolina with two first‑period goals, while Linus Karlsson tied it for Vancouver before Jonathan Lekkerimäki capped a first‑period power‑play at 00:02. Carolina pulled ahead in the second with Nicolas Deslauriers scoring, and the Canucks couldn’t recover, finishing with three unanswered goals. Goaltender Leevi Meriläinen earned praise for his poise, but defensive pairings, especially Oleksiak‑Willander, struggled throughout the game.
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins to return for Oilers Thursday against Hurricanes
The Edmonton Oilers add another boost to their lineup as Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins returns Thursday against the Carolina Hurricanes, joining Zach Hyman who re‑joined last Saturday. Coach Mike Babcock announced the move after a 4‑3 OT win over Minnesota, noting Nugent‑Hopkins will center the second line and help ease the heavy minutes logged by Connor McDavid (25:31) and Leon Draisaitl (24:06). The veteran forward has yet to make his season debut after an early‑season injury. The Oilers then host the Toronto Maple Leafs Saturday and the Detroit Red Wings Monday.
A look at the underlying metrics of the Canucks’ defence pairings through 10 games
The Canucks’ first 10 games reveal stark differences in defensive pairings, especially for rookie Tom Willander. Paired with Jamie Oleksiak (106:15 of 5v5 ice time), Willander’s line concedes the most chances and high‑danger chances, while his stint with Zeev Buium shows only modest improvement. In contrast, the Willander‑Elias Pettersson duo, despite just under 30 minutes together, posts the strongest offensive and defensive metrics, leading the team in Corsi% and expected goals. The analysis highlights that Buium lacks a stable partner, Pettersson excels alongside multiple teammates, and a longer Oleksiak‑Hronek top‑pair run could free up more Pettersson‑Willander minutes. The piece urges a strategic rethink of pairings as Vancouver seeks to move beyond rebuilding.
Juuso Välimäki Returns to NHL With the Hurricanes After 632-Day Absence
They ask, how can you not be romantic about hockey, or any sport, for that matter? Some stories show the perseverance of not giving up on a dream, whether you’ve…
Flames roster news: Mikael Backlund out day-to-day with upper body injury
The Calgary Flames beat the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Sunday, but captain Mikael Backlund missed the final minutes after a hit from William Carrier. Backlund is now listed day-to-day with an upper‑body injury, leaving his availability for Thursday’s home game against the Minnesota Wild uncertain. The Flames placed Sam Honzek on IR and recalled AHL center Ben Jones, who practiced with Backlund’s linemates. Backlund, 37, is second in franchise games played and could overtake Jarome Iginla if he stays healthy.
Hurricanes @ Canucks: Preview and Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes (7‑2‑1) head to Vancouver to face the 2‑7‑1 Canucks at 10 PM ET, looking to bounce back from a Calgary loss and extend their recent seven‑game winning streak. Vancouver enters the matchup on a seven‑game skid, including a 7‑2 defeat by the Hurricanes on Oct. 8. Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov is slated to start for Carolina, with rookie defenseman Juuso Valimaki likely debuting. Jesperi Kotkaniemi continues his scoring streak, centering the fourth line, while Jordan Martinook leads the third line. Injuries loom for the Canes—Jordan Staal, Taylor Hall, Mark Jankowski, and Seth Jarvis—so the game could test depth. Stream on Prime Video, Spectrum, or Fubo, or listen on 99.9 The Fan.
Scenes from morning skate: Meriläinen starts, Rossi out again as Canucks host Cup champs from Carolina
The Vancouver Canucks (2‑7‑1) host Stanley Cup champs Carolina Hurricanes (7‑2‑1) on Oct. 20 at 7 pm PT, trying to snap a seven‑game losing streak. Rookie goalie Leevi Meriläinen returns after backing up Kevin Lankinen, while head coach Marco Rossi sits out again due to illness. Expected lines feature Linus Karlsson with Elias Pettersson and Jake DeBrusk, Filip Chytil centered with Paul Cotter and Brock Boeser, and Max Sasson with Arshdeep Bains and Brendan Gallagher. The venue honors late John Garrett, and Carolina, fresh off a 3‑2 loss that ended their seven‑game run, will start Pyotr Kochetkov despite injuries to key forwards. Both teams look to shift momentum in this high‑stakes matchup.
Flames’ Mikael Backlund day-to-day with upper-body injury
Backlund exited Sunday’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes and did not return.
Flames roster news: Sam Honzek placed on injury reserve, Ben Jones recalled from AHL’s Wranglers
The Calgary Flames place winger Sam Honzek on injury reserve and recall AHL forward Ben Jones as they gear up for Thursday’s game against the Minnesota Wild. Honzek, injured since Oct. 8, is moved to free a roster spot after Mikael Backlund suffered a hit and may miss the matchup. Jones, on a five‑game scoring streak with seven goals in seven AHL games, provides immediate depth. The Flames now have 23 active players, with Honzek and Jonathan Huberdeau on IR, and aim to secure their first home win.
Notes from last game: Devin Cooley steals show in Flames’ 3-2 victory over Hurricanes
The Calgary Flames earn a 3-2 home victory over reigning champions Carolina Hurricanes, marking their first win of the season at the Saddledome. Rookie netminder Devin Cooley shines, posting a 1.79 GAA‑above‑expected and making a crucial breakaway stop, earning first‑star honors. Yegor Sharangovich scores the game‑winner with under five minutes left, while Morgan Frost reaches his 400th NHL game, adding a goal and an assist. Milestones include Matt Coronato’s 200th appearance. The Flames out‑shot the Canes 3.79‑3.53, won more face‑offs and limited penalties, though they went 1‑for‑4 on the power play. The win caps a seven‑game streak and serves as the Hurricanes’ final Saddledome appearance this season.
Carolina Hurricanes Game 11: Lines, Notes, Goalies, and How to Watch vs. Canucks
The Carolina Hurricanes travel to Vancouver for Game 3 of their Western Conference road trip, set for 10:00 PM EDT on Oct. 20. After a 3‑2 loss to Calgary that ended their league‑leading seven‑game streak and sidelined Mark Jankowski, the Hurricanes may start rookie Brandon Bussi (2.98 GAA, .882 SV%) against the Canucks, with Pyotr Kochetkov in the next game. Vancouver, coming off an overtime loss to Florida, likely backs 24‑year‑old Leevi Merilainen (2.51 GAA, .925 SV%). Projected lineups and special‑team stats are listed, and the matchup will air on the Hurricanes Hockey Network or stream on ESPN+.
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