Pro Hockey Rumors

Despite having his entry-level contract reported two weeks ago, Alexander Nikishin has yet to play a game in the Carolina Hurricanes organization. Much of that can be explained away due to his visa issues, however, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal passed along a note from Carolina General Manager Eric Tulsky indicating Nikishin hasn’t signed his entry-level contract … [Read more...] about Alexander Nikishin Hasn’t Signed Entry-Level Contract Yet

Devils defensemen Luke Hughes and Brenden Dillon will both miss tonight’s Game 2 matchup with the Hurricanes, according to head coach Sheldon Keefe (X link). The team’s leading scorer and hitter among defensemen in the regular season, respectively, both sustained injuries in Sunday’s Game 1 loss. Hughes left the game briefly in the third period after getting tangled up with … [Read more...] about Devils’ Luke Hughes, Brenden Dillon Out For Game 2

The Hurricanes have brought up some extra goaltending depth with their postseason set to get underway on Sunday.  The team announced that they’ve recalled Ruslan Khazheyev from AHL Chicago.  He’ll serve as Carolina’s third-string option for the time being. The 20-year-old is in his first season in North America after signing his entry-level deal last year.  Khazheyev was a … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Recall Ruslan Khazheyev

The Hurricanes have assigned rookie defenseman Scott Morrow to AHL Chicago with the regular season behind them, per a team announcement. The club also sent forwards Skyler Brind’Amour, Bradly Nadeau, and defenseman Domenick Fensore down to the minors after recalling them for the final few games of the season to allow for some stars to rest. Morrow’s demotion is notable because … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Reassign Scott Morrow