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Kochetkov Still Undefeated: Hurricanes 3, Blue Jackets 2
The Carolina Hurricanes edge the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 at the Lenovo Center, improving to the NHL’s best 11-2-2 record. Rookie netminder Pyotr Kochetkov records a franchise‑record 9-0-0 start with 24 saves, a 1.66 GAA and .919 save % after his first two wins. Goals come from Jordan Martinook, Logan Stankoven (9th of season) and Mark Jankowski (7th). The Jackets rally late, cutting the lead to one before penalties halt momentum. Hurricanes close the night with a Friday off before hosting Winnipeg Sunday.
Blue Jackets @ Hurricanes: Preview and Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes, league leaders at 10-2-2 with 22 points, host the Columbus Blue Jackets tonight at 7 PM in Raleigh. Coming off a 2‑1 win over Boston, goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov (8‑0‑0, 1.62 GAA, .918 SV%) starts again with the same lineup, though Taylor Hall and Jordan Staal remain sidelined. The Canes boast a 37‑8‑3 run over their last 48 games and aim for their 10th win in 12. The Blue Jackets sit 5‑5‑0, fresh from overtime victories over the Flyers and Vegas, led by Kent Johnson’s 10 points. Stream on Hurricanes Hockey Network via Prime Video, Spectrum or Fubo, or tune in to 99.9 The Fan.
Heavyweight Fight lives up to billing as Hurricanes down Bruins 2-1
The Carolina Hurricanes edge the Boston Bruins 2-1 in a high‑intensity Eastern Conference showdown on Oct. 27, 2026. Boston jumps ahead early when Pavel Zacha scores 1:30 in, but the Canes rally late in the first as Logan Stankoven’s line creates a breakaway for Jackson Blake, who ties it with under a minute left. After a dead‑locked second period, Sebastian Aho nets the winner midway through the third after a slick sequence involving William Carrier and Andrei Svechnikov. Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov makes 14 saves, including key late stops, while the teams exchange penalties and a lengthy fight between Nicolas Deslauriers and Tanner Jeannot. Despite missing Jordan Staal and learning of Taylor Hall’s injury, Rod Brind’Amour’s squad holds firm for the 2‑1 win.
Hurricanes host Bruins: Preview, How to Watch, Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes open their first post‑State Fair game against a surging Boston Bruins. Boston leads the league with a 19‑point start, highlighted by dominant wins (6‑1 vs. Utah, 6‑0 vs. Nashville) and stellar goaltending from Jeremy Swayman (7‑1, .920 SV%, 2.20 GAA). Captain David Pastrnak tops the Bruins with 17 points (7G, 10A) and three power‑play goals. Carolina counters with returning pieces: Mark Jankowski back in practice, Taylor Hall limited to five minutes, and a healthy Jordan Staal line missing. Starting goalie Pyotr Kochetkov (7‑0, 1.70 GAA, .916 SV%) earns the nod over Brandon Bussi after a shutout against the Blues. New defenseman Alexander Nikishin completes his integration with the team.
Alexander Nikishin Signs For One Year
The Carolina Hurricanes have locked Russian defenseman Alexander Nikishin into a one‑year, $3 million contract for the 2026‑27 season, ending a protracted negotiation. Nikishin, 25, was an NHL All‑Rookie Team member in 2025‑26, posting 11 goals, 33 points and a +18 rating, and contributed an assist in 17 playoff games as Carolina won the Stanley Cup. While the deal falls short of his reported $8‑9 million demand, the team hopes his size, reach, hard slap shot and strong plus/minus will translate into more ice time and impact. The signing follows his record‑setting KHL seasons and his Olympic debut for Russia in 2022.
Kochetkov Earns Shutout – Hurricanes 4, Blues 0
Pyotr Kochetkov posts a perfect 7-0-0 start with a 24‑save shutout as the Carolina Hurricanes crush the St. Louis Blues 4‑0 on Oct. 24, 2026, at the Enterprise Center. Goals come from Sean Walker, Jordan Martinook, Logan Stankoven and a power‑play tally by Nikolaj Ehlers, while Jesperi Kotkaniemi leads with a 63% face‑off win rate. The Canes improve to 9‑2‑2, 20 points, and sit atop the league. Kochetkov notches his 12th career shutout as Carolina outshoots St. Louis 39‑24.
Hurricanes @ Blues: Preview, How to Watch, Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes wrap up a brief State Fair Road Trip and head home for a four‑game stretch before a Finland stint, opening the home slate against the St. Louis Blues on Oct. 24. The Blues sit at 5‑4‑1, with rookie goalie Joel Hofer posting a .921 save percentage while veteran Jordan Binnington remains a backup. Key players to watch are Blues scorers Mason McTavish and Jimmy Snuggerud (six goals each) and Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis, who’s finding his stride after a sluggish start. Carolina may shuffle lines but will likely keep the same pairings, with Pyotr Kochetkov possibly replacing Brandon Bussi in net. The matchup is positioned as a potential trap game for the Hurricanes.
Oilers earn shootout win over Canes in game of the year so far
The Edmonton Oilers edge the Carolina Hurricanes 6‑5 in a shootout on Oct. 22, 2026, in what many call the season’s "game of the year." Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each tally two goals and three assists, while Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins scores the regulation winner and clinches the shootout. The Hurricanes, missing Jordan Staal and Mark Jankowski, rely on a return from Seth Jarvis and a standout goal from Logan Stankoven, but fall short after a late comeback by the Oilers. The Oilers entered the matchup 7‑1‑1, and the win keeps their early‑season momentum alive.
Seth Jarvis Activated – Hurricanes @ Oilers: Preview and Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes activate forward Seth Jarvis, who returned from offseason shoulder surgery and is expected to suit up against the Edmonton Oilers tonight at Rogers Place. The Hurricanes (8‑2‑1) host a 7‑1‑1 Oilers squad led by Connor McDavid’s 26 points in nine games. Jarvis slots into the second power‑play unit alongside Kotkaniemi and Stankoven, while the lineup features Aho, Svechnikov, and Blake on PP‑1. Notable adjustments include Skyler Brind’Amour possibly replacing Unger‑Sorum on the fourth line and Brandon Bussi in goal. Keep an eye on Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard (team‑leading 18 points) and Leon Draisaitl (16 points). Game tips at 9 PM ET on Prime Video, Spectrum or FUBO, with the Hurricanes slight favorites (-118 to -102).
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.
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.
Hurricanes fall to Flames in third period, 3-2
The Carolina Hurricanes fall 3-2 to the Calgary Flames on Oct. 18, snapping a seven‑game winning streak and their first road win of the season. A late third‑period goal by Yegor Sharangovich, capitalizing on a misplay by K’Andre Miller, gives Calgary the edge after a 2‑2 tie secured by Sebastian Aho’s last‑second face‑off win. Both goalies shine—Brandon Bussi makes 31 saves, while Devin Cooley rebounds with 34 saves after a rough debut on Oct. 8. The Canes also cope with Mark Jankowski’s game‑time decision injury, forcing lineup shuffles without Jordan Staal and Taylor Hall.
Hurricanes at Flames: Preview, How to Watch, Game Thread
Hope you enjoyed your three day break as the Hurricanes are right back in action tonight. The Canes head further west into Canada as they play the first half of the Alberta Duo with the Calgary Flames. Unlike most times when the Canes are against one of the Alberta teams, their next game isn’t against […]
Hurricanes 3, Jets 2
The Carolina Hurricanes (7-1-1) started off their road trip on a positive note as they defeated the Winnipeg Jets, 3-2 on Saturday afternoon. The win gave Carolina seven wins in a row and kept their record on the road without a loss. Pyotr Kochetkov improved his record to 5-0-0 as he picked up the win. […]
Hurricanes @ Jets: Preview and Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes (6-1-1) begin their annual “State Fair road trip” with a match against the Winnipeg Jets (4-1-2) on Saturday afternoon. The Canes have won six games in a row and have looked good doing it. Sebastian Aho with 13 points (6G 7A), Andrei Svechnikov 11 points (6G 5A), and Mark Jankowski are each […]
Six Wins In A Row for Canes: Hurricanes 4, Capitals 2
After a slow start, the Carolina Hurricanes found their game and took it to the Washington Capitals with a 4-2 win on Tuesday night at the Lenovo Center. The Canes improved their record to 6-1-1 which leads the league. The Caps dropped to 3-3-0. Andrei Svechnikov scored twice and had an assist with a dominating […]
Capitals @ Hurricanes: Preview and Game Thread
The Washington Capitals are visiting the Carolina Hurricanes for a game tonight at the Lenovo Center. The matchup is the last game scheduled for the Caps to be in Raleigh this season, (barring playoffs). Why is this significant? Alexander Ovechkin announced that he would be retiring after this season, meaning that this could be his […]
Hurricanes 4, Flyers 1
The Carolina Hurricanes improved their record to 5-1-1 with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena. That gave the Canes their fifth win in a row and propelled them to the best record in the NHL, (as of this publication). The Hurricanes outshot their opponents in every period […]
Hurricanes @ Flyers: Preview and Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes bring their 4-1-1 record, which puts them in first place in the Metropolitan Division, to Philadelphia, (0-4-2) where the Flyers have yet to win a game this season. They are currently last in the division. It is funny how quickly things can change in the NHL. Last season, coach Rick Tocchet was […]
Hurricanes 5, Blackhawks 2
The Carolina Hurricanes cruised to their fourth win in a row with a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night. The win improved their record to 4-1-1 for this early season. Five different players notched goals and 11 got on the scoresheet. Brandon Bussi made 24 saves on the 26 shots he faced […]
Hurricanes @ Blackhawks: Preview, How to Watch, Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes are aiming to make it four wins in a row as they continue to bounce back brilliantly from a pair of season-opening defeats with a showdown against the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday. After drubbing the Vancouver Canucks by a 7-2 margin on home ice Thursday, the Hurricanes will get a crack at […]
Logan Stankoven nets a Hat Trick as Hurricanes Dominate Canucks 7-2
Logan Stankoven scored a Natual Hat Trick that started with a beautiful shorthanded goal, his team scored three times on the Power Play, and the Carolina Hurricanes started the Vancouver Canucks’ East Coast Roadtrip with a thorough 7-2 demolition. Like their last game against Montreal, the Hurricanes got off to a quick start thanks to […]
Hurricanes vs. Vancouver: Preview, How to Watch, Game Thread
So apparently the Hurricanes still thought the preseason had six games and the regular season had 82 games? The first two games of 26-27 had all the hallmarks of the Canes still trying to warm up to the regular season, with a flat offensive showing on both sides against Florida and just a total domination […]
Hurricanes 6, Canadiens 4
The Carolina Hurricanes renewed a budding rivalry with the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday night at the Bell Centre in the first rematch of last year’s Eastern Conference Final of the new season. The game followed a similar script to what we’ve come to expect from showdowns between these two teams, as the Hurricanes carried play […]
Hurricanes @ Canadiens: Preview and Game Thread
The Carolina Hurricanes are getting set for their fourth game of the season, and it promises to be another doozy, as they will pay a visit to the Bell Centre to take on the Montreal Canadiens in a rematch of last year’s Eastern Conference Final. The contest is set for a 7:00 PM puck drop, […]
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