An extension for winger Eric Robinson with the Hurricanes “sounds like it will happen,” Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet wrote in his “32 Thoughts” blog Tuesday. The 29-year-old became eligible to sign one on Jan. 1 after inking a one-year, $950K pact with Carolina in free agency last summer. Robinson’s decision to take a prove-it deal with the Canes has worked out quite well for … [Read more...] about Hurricanes, Eric Robinson Discussing Extension
Hurricanes Have “Checked In” On Flames’ Daniel Vladař
The Hurricanes have inquired with the Flames about goaltender Daniel Vladař’s availability in a trade as they look to shore up their goaltending depth, Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff wrote Tuesday. Vladař was softly connected to Carolina by Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic last month when he was detailing the Canes’ interest in the Ducks’ John Gibson. He was mentioned as a … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Have “Checked In” On Flames’ Daniel Vladař
Hurricanes Recall Juha Jaaska
The Hurricanes appear set to give a new forward his first taste of NHL action. The team announced that they’ve recalled Juha Jaaska from AHL Chicago. The move was made after 4 PM CT and thus will not officially hit Carolina’s books from a salary cap perspective until Thursday. The 26-year-old is in his first season in North America after signing a one-year, entry-level deal … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Recall Juha Jaaska
Lower-Body Injury For Carrier, Jaaska Recalled
Hurricanes winger William Carrier was a late scratch from their game against Pittsburgh. The team announced (Twitter link) that he’s dealing with a lower-body injury. The 30-year-old is in his first season in Carolina after signing a six-year deal with them over the summer and has nine points along with a team-high 136 hits in 39 games. In a corresponding move, winger Juha … [Read more...] about Lower-Body Injury For Carrier, Jaaska Recalled
Injury To Jost Will Keep Him Out Long Term
The undisclosed injury that Hurricanes forward Tyson Jost sustained on Tuesday is expected to keep him out long-term, relays team reporter Walt Ruff (Twitter link). The 26-year-old cleared waivers earlier this season but played in 16 games with Carolina since being recalled in November. Jost has a pair of goals in those outings while averaging 10:28 per game but he won’t be … [Read more...] about Injury To Jost Will Keep Him Out Long Term