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The Three Carolina Players Most At Risk Of Selection In The Expansion Draft
The Seattle expansion draft is approaching, and it's time to sort out who Seattle General Manager Ron Francis is likely to select. Before we look at the players, we have to consider the expansion draft format. Teams are allowed to protect a certain number of players on their roster. There are two options, and in both cases I've listed the players Canes GM Don Waddell is likely to protect:
Three Possible Replacements For Dougie Hamilton
Rumors continue to swirl that Dougie Hamilton is in contact with numerous teams regarding his upcoming free agency. His defensive partner--and Lady Byng Winner--Jaccob Slavin wants him back in Carolina. But the chances of that happening grow dimmer with every day that passes.
What To Expect From Andrei Svechnikov's Upcoming Contract Extension
Unlike Dougie Hamilton, Petr Mrazek, and some other upcoming free agents, it's not really a question whether Andrei Svechnikov will sign a contract extension with the Hurricanes. Rather, it's a question of how long that contract will be and how much money he will get paid.
Will Carolina Extend Offers to James Reimer, Cedric Paquette, or Jani Hakanpaa?
Rod Brind'Amour was the first Hurricane to extend his contract with the organization this off-season. Now, Don Waddell will look to sort through seven upcoming unrestricted free agents to decide which ones should suit up for the Canes next year.
McGinn, Martinook, and Mrazek Are All Upcoming Free Agents. Will Carolina Re-Sign Them?
Right now, there's plenty of focus on upcoming free agents like Dougie Hamilton and Rod Brind'Amour--and for good reason. But the Canes have some other big UFAs, too. Let's look at three of the biggest: Brock McGinn, Jordan Martinook, and Petr Mrazek.
Dougie Hamilton: Any Chance He Signs An Extension?
Will Dougie Hamilton remain a Carolina Hurricane next season?. It's the biggest question going into this off-season for the team. Since arriving in Carolina three years ago, Hamilton has blossomed into a legit top defenceman in the league. His teammate, and primary defensive partner, was unequivocal in whether Hamilton should return.
Rod Brind'Amour Hasn't Signed a Contract Extension. Should Fans Be Worried?
Michael Miller, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons. Admit it. If you're a fan of the Carolina Hurricanes, it's a thought that's crossed your mind: Is it possible that management might not come to terms with Rod Brind'Amour on a new contract extension?
Carolina's Season Ends With Loss to Tampa Bay
Raleigh, NC -- The Carolina Hurricanes' 2020-21 season came to an end on Tuesday night, as the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Hurricanes 2-0. Brayden Point and Ross Colton scored for Tampa, and Andrei Vasilevskiy had a 29-save shutout, as the Lightning won the series four games to one.
Carolina Hurricanes at Tampa Bay Lightning - Game Five Preview
Raleigh, NC -- The Carolina Hurricanes face the prospect of elimination tonight in Game Five of their second-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning. After taking a 4-2 lead in Game Four, Carolina let the lead slip through their hands as Tampa Bay rallied to take a 3-1 series lead coming into tonight's game.
Aho Leads Carolina Past Tampa; Staal Scores OT Winner
Tampa Bay, FL -- Jordan Staal got his second overtime game-winner of this year's playoffs, as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Thursday night. The win gave Carolina their first win of the series and cut Tampa Bay's lead to 2-1.
Tampa Bay Lightning at Carolina Hurricanes - Game Two Preview
Raleigh, NC -- Game Two between the Carolina Hurricanes (0-1) and Tampa Bay Lightning (1-0) is tonight at 7:30 in Raleigh. The Canes will look to even the series at 1-1 after the Lightning took Game One by a score of 2-1. Andrei Vasilevskiy earned his fifth win of the postseason with a 37 save performance on Sunday.
Carolina Rallies Late; Beats Nashville in Overtime; Wins Series 4-2; Will Face Tampa Bay in Second Round.
Nashville, TN -- Sebastian Aho scored twice, including the overtime winner, as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Nashville Predators 4-3 on Thursday night. The win clinched the first-round series for Carolina, who beat Nashville 4-2 in the best-of-seven series.
Carolina Hurricanes at Nashville Predators - Game Six Preview
Nashville, TN -- After three straight overtime games, the Carolina Hurricanes (3-2) and the Nashville Predators (2-3) meet tonight with the series on the line. Carolina beat Nashville 3-2 on Tuesday night, with Canes captain Jordan Staal getting the overtime winner. It was Staal's fourth goal, the most of any player in the series.
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JL Matthews is a writer with interests spanning history, humor, tv/film, parenting, and more. His work has appeared in numerous publications, and he is a 6x Top Writer on Medium. Follow him on News Break, Medium, and Twitter for updates and latest work.
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