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Carolina Hurricanes: Quick Facts

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The latest injury news on a key Hurricanes player who’s been out nearly all season • Nov. 2, 2026, 3:53 PM ET (Miami Herald)
How Hurricanes’ Valimaki took advantage of Nikishin’s absence • Oct. 30, 2026, 3:43 PM ET (The Raleigh News & Observer)
Player grades: McDavid and Draisaitl go wild, Edmonton Oilers beat Carolina Hurricanes 6-5 • Oct. 23, 2026, 1:40 AM ET (Edmonton Journal)
Sharangovich breaks late tie as the Flames end the Hurricanes' 7-game winning streak • Oct. 18, 2026, 11:07 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As Hartford Whalers • New England Whalers
Awards And Honors Stanley Cup (2026) • Stanley Cup (2006)
Date 1972 - present
Headquarters Raleigh
Areas Of Involvement ice hockey
Related People Gordie Howe

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Carolina Hurricanes goalie Cam Ward blocks a close-range shot from Boston Bruins player Rich Peverley, both in front of the hockey goal during a game.
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