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The First Quarter Will Determine The Hurricanes Success This Year

October 5, 2017 - 1:26 PM ET

Granted, a hot start never guarantees a playoff season (IE Flyers last year), but given the history of slow starts and their past struggles against the Metro, it does seem critical this season for a chance of success. Bottom line – I don’t care how the Hurricanes do it, but they need to find a way to snap the four-year streak of sub .500 starts and win at least ten games in their first quarter. Anything less will most likely bring a season of disappointment.

Opening Night With The Wild In Town

October 7, 2017 - 12:53 PM ET

The Hurricanes are one of the last three NHL teams that will be playing their season opener today. They will be hosting the Minnesota Wild (0-1-0) and have had plenty of time this week to prepare. The Hurricanes have a bit of luck with their schedule because it starts slowly with only three games in the first ten days of the NHL season.

Controversial Finish Doesn't Deter Hurricanes From Winning Thrilling Opener

October 8, 2017 - 1:11 PM ET

The Hurricanes won in a shootout in exciting fashion in their season opener against the Wild. The sellout crowd in Raleigh was treated to a fast-paced affair and some late-game theatrics by the Wild to tie it at four as time expired. Before we get into discussing the game, I want to address the final goal and my real objection to it.

Hurricanes Look To Stay Perfect With Blue Jackets In Town (Updated)

October 10, 2017 - 10:18 AM ET

The Carolina Hurricanes enter their second game with momentum following a thrilling OT win in front of a sellout crowd last Saturday. Tonight they are set to face the Columbus Blue Jackets in the first match-up the Hurricanes will have against a Metro division opponent this season – surprisingly, this will be the only Metro team the Hurricanes will play until the two meet again on November 10th for the Hurricanes’ 14th game this season.

Defensive Battle Ends In Blaze Of Offensive Chances

October 11, 2017 - 7:32 PM ET

The Carolina Hurricanes fell 2-1 in overtime last night to the Columbus Blue Jackets in a defensive chess match. While the game did have a few exciting offensive opportunities, much of it was a tight game that showcased D play and goaltending.

Hurricanes Looking To Keep Powerplay Streak From 2014 Alive Against Jets

October 14, 2017 - 4:59 AM ET

A year ago yesterday the Carolina Hurricanes (1-0-1) were playing on the road against the Winnipeg Jets. (2-2-0) The Hurricanes started strong and took a 4-1 lead only to watch the Jets claw back and win it 5-4 in OT. Despite that one blemish, the Hurricanes have done well recently against the Jets and hold a 3-0-1 in their last four meetings.

Hurricanes Need Offense To Step Up Against Oilers

October 17, 2017 - 1:25 PM ET

The Carolina Hurricanes (1-1-1) are set for their second of four straight road games tonight against the Edmonton Oilers (1-3-0). The Hurricanes come into this game with three areas that grossly need improvement – get more traffic, get to the net more, and score more goals.

Powerplay Looking To Keep Clicking in Dallas

October 21, 2017 - 2:37 PM ET

The Hurricanes (3-1-1) are trying to get their first three-game winning streak of the season against the Dallas Stars (4-3-0) tonight. This is the final game of their four-game road trip before they return home to play the Tampa Bay Lightning on the 24th.

Hurricanes Primed For Best Early Start In Years As Blues Come To Town

October 27, 2017 - 2:34 PM ET

Tonight will mark the first set of back-to-back games for the Carolina Hurricanes (4-3-1). They are coming off a strong 6-3 win at Toronto and will look to keep the offense rolling against the St. Louis Blues (7-2-1). The win was very timely for the Hurricanes as they were able to avoid their first three-game losing streak this season.