Carolina Hurricanes Fantasy Hockey News & Injury Updates

Kochetkov will protect the home net against Winnipeg on Sunday, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.

Kochetkov is expected to start Thursday's home game against the Blue Jackets, Peter Dewar of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Head coach Rod Brind'Amour said Thursday that Hall (undisclosed) will miss a few more games, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Hall (undisclosed) tweaked something different from his previous upper-body injury and will miss time, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports Tuesday.

Hall (undisclosed) won't play versus the Bruins on Tuesday, Emily Kaplan of ESPN reports.

Jankowski (lower body) will be available to play in Tuesday's home clash against the Bruins, per Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal.

Brind'Amour was loaned to AHL Chicago on Monday.

The Hurricanes activated Hall (upper body) from injured reserve Monday.

Jankowski (lower body) won't play against Boston on Tuesday, per Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News.

Nikishin (not injury related) will need some time before he makes his 2026-27 debut, according to Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal on Monday.

Hall (upper body) said Monday that he feels good and expects to return to game action Tuesday against the Bruins, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Nikishin (not injury related) signed a one-year, $3 million contract with the Hurricanes on Sunday, which ends his time as an unsigned restricted free agent.

Nikishin (not injury related) signed a one-year, $3 million contract Sunday, which ends his time as an unsigned restricted free agent.

Unger Sorum was reassigned to AHL Chicago on Saturday.

Jarvis (shoulder) is expected to make his season debut Thursday versus the Oilers.

Jarvis (shoulder) has been deemed a game-time decision for Thursday's clash against the Oilers, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Bussi will start Thursday's road game against the Oilers, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.

Nadeau was assigned to AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Brind'Amour was called up from AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Jarvis (shoulder) was activated from the injured non-roster list by the Hurricanes on Wednesday.

Kochetkov is expected to guard the road goal against Vancouver on Tuesday, according to Walt Ruff and Peter Dewar of the Hurricanes' official site.

Hall (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Monday.

Head coach Rod Brind'Amour said Sunday that Jankowski has ben sent back to Raleigh to have his lower-body injury assessed, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Jankowski will not play in Calgary on Sunday due to a lower-body injury.

Bussi is expected to patrol the road blue paint Sunday against the Flames, according to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Kochetkov will start Saturday's road matchup against Winnipeg.

Head coach Rod Brind'Amour said Friday that Hall (upper body) is considered week-to-week, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Jarvis (shoulder) said Friday that he plans to travel with the Hurricanes during their upcoming five-game road trip, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

The Hurricanes placed Staal (calf) on injured reserve Thursday.

Unger Sorum was called up from AHL Chicago on Thursday.

Nikishin (contract dispute) is on the Hurricanes' injured, non-roster list, per the NHL media site Wednesday.

Hall's upper-body injury doesn't look good according to head coach Rod Brind'Amour, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports Tuesday.

Nadeau was recalled from AHL Chicago on Tuesday, per Tim Hiebert of PuckPedia.

Hall (upper body) won't return to Tuesday's game versus the Capitals.

Kochetkov is expected to patrol the home crease against Washington on Tuesday, per Walt Ruff and Peter Dewar of the Hurricanes' official site.

Staal will be out for 1-2 months after sustaining a torn calf muscle, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports Tuesday.

Staal (lower body) will not play in Philadelphia on Sunday.

Kochetkov will guard the road goal against Philadelphia on Sunday, according to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Bussi is expected to start on the road against Chicago on Saturday, per Jack Bushman of Chicago Hockey Now.

Kochetkov will tend the twine at home versus the Canucks on Thursday, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Bussi will defend the road crease in Tuesday's clash with the Canadiens, per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Valimaki was recalled from AHL Chicago on Monday, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.

Legault was assigned to AHL Chicago on Saturday.

Kochetkov will guard the road goal against Philadelphia on Saturday, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Stankoven tallied a goal, fired four shots on net and put out two hits in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Capitals.

Bussi will start Friday's home game against the Capitals, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Primeau was put on waivers by Carolina on Wednesday, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Bussi will defend the home goal in Tuesday's Opening Night matchup against the Panthers, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Jarvis (shoulder) was placed on the injured non-roster list Sunday.

Valimaki was placed on waivers by the Hurricanes on Sunday.

Bussi will defend the road net in Saturday's preseason matchup against Nashville, according to Brooks Bratten of the Predators' official site.

Robidas was placed on waivers by Carolina on Friday, per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Brind'Amour was waived by Carolina on Friday, per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Jaaska was waived by Carolina on Friday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Heimosalmi was put on waivers by Carolina on Friday, per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Joseph was put on waivers by Carolina on Friday, per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Kochetkov signed a two-year, $7.9 million contract extension with the Hurricanes on Friday.

Kochetkov is expected to start at home in Thursday's preseason game against Nashville, per Brooks Bratten of the Predators' official site.

Trikozov (undisclosed) has been reassigned to AHL Chicago on Thursday, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Sawchenko was waived by Carolina on Thursday, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Seeley was placed on waivers by Carolina on Thursday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Neuchev was placed on waivers by the Hurricanes on Thursday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Bussi will guard the home crease in Tuesday's preseason contest against the Panthers, per Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal.

Bussi will start Tuesday's preseason contest against the Panthers, per Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal.

Trikozov (undisclosed) was wearing a non-contact jersey at Tuesday's practice session, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.

Trikozov was wearing a non-contact jersey at Tuesday's practice session, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.

Kochetkov conceded five goals on 33 shots in Sunday's 6-3 preseason loss to the Panthers. The sixth goal was an empty-netter.

Kochetkov is expected to start Sunday's preseason game against the Panthers, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Jarvis (shoulder) was on the ice for practice Thursday, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Robinson (knee) was on the ice for Thursday's practice session, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

General manager Eric Tulsky announced Wednesday that Nikishin isn't currently under contract with the Hurricanes and won't be present for the start of camp Thursday.

Staal signed a one-year, $4.9 million contract extension with the Hurricanes on Tuesday.

Reilly signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Hurricanes on Thursday.

Primeau signed a two-year, $1.825 million contract with the Hurricanes on Wednesday.

Robidas signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Hurricanes on Wednesday.

Brind'Amour signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Hurricanes on Wednesday.

Joseph signed a one-year, $850,000 contract with Carolina on Tuesday.

Carolina acquired Sardarian from Buffalo on Monday in exchange for future considerations.

Seeley agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with Carolina on Thursday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Neuchev signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Hurricanes on Thursday, per agent Dan Milstein.

Hakansson secured a three-year, entry-level contract with Carolina on Wednesday.

Heimosalmi agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with the Hurricanes on Thursday.

Sawchenko signed a one-year, two-way contract with Carolina on Saturday.

Joseph won't receive a qualifying offer from Vancouver on Monday, Rick Dhaliwal of CHEK reports.

Brind'Amour didn't receive a qualifying offer from Carolina on Monday, which means he will become an unrestricted free agent.

Hakansson was the 51st overall pick by Carolina in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft on Saturday.

Robinson underwent a knee surgery and will be out for 6-8 weeks, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports Friday.

Jarvis underwent shoulder surgery and will be out 4-6 months, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports Friday.

Valimaki signed a one-year, $900,000 contract with the Hurricanes on Wednesday.

Valimaki signed a two-year contract with Brynas IF of the SHL on Tuesday.

Deslauriers signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract extension with the Hurricanes on Saturday, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Bussi will patrol the road blue paint in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Golden Knights on Sunday, per Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News.

Bussi is expected to start at home against Vegas for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals on Thursday, per Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer.

Carrier (upper body) is expected to play in Game 4 against Vegas on Tuesday, per Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News.

Bussi will guard the road goal versus the Golden Knights on Tuesday in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Carrier (upper body) won't return to Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals versus the Golden Knights on Saturday.

Fransen signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Hurricanes on Wednesday.

Cerrato inked a three-year, entry-level contract with Carolina on Tuesday.

Jankowski signed a two-year, $3.7 million contract extension with the Hurricanes on Monday.

Miller picked up an assist in a 3-2 overtime win against the Flyers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Second Round.

Nikishin (concussion) has been cleared to play in Game 3 versus the Flyers on Thursday, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports Tuesday.

Legault was assigned to AHL Chicago on Monday.

Nikishin (concussion) isn't expected to play in Monday's Game 2 against the Flyers, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Nikishin (concussion) won't be in the lineup for Game 1 of the second round versus the Flyers on Saturday, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Nikishin (concussion) appears poised to be a game-time decision against Philadelphia on Saturday in Game 1, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Ehlers (lower body) is expected to be in the lineup for Game 1 against Philadelphia on Saturday, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Ehlers (lower body) is progressing in his recovery ahead of Game 1 versus Philadelphia on Saturday, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Nikishin (concussion) wore a regular jersey during Friday's practice session, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Nikishin (concussion) was skating in a regular jersey at Friday's practice session, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Legault was recalled from AHL Chicago on Monday.

Nikishin (upper body) won't return to Saturday's Game 4 matchup against Ottawa.

Ehlers (lower body) won't play in Game 4 against Ottawa on Saturday.

Blake had two assists in a 2-0 win against the Senators in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round on Saturday.

Stankoven (illness) participated in Friday's practice session, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Stankoven missed practice Thursday with an illness, according to Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer.

Staal (undisclosed) was back at practice Thursday, according to Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News,

Hall (undisclosed) was back on the ice Thursday after missing Tuesday's tilt versus the Islanders, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Jarvis (undisclosed) practiced on the top line Thursday, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Aho (undisclosed) was back at center on the top line at practice Thursday, per Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News.

Svechnikov (undisclosed) returned to the first line in practice Thursday, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Walker (undisclosed) will return to the lineup for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports Thursday.

Miller (undisclosed) was at practice Thursday after missing Tuesday's tilt against the Islanders, per Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News.

Chatfield (undisclosed) was back at practice Thursday after missing the final game of the regular season Tuesday against the Islanders, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Slavin (undisclosed) was back at practice Thursday, and is healthy to play when the playoffs begin on the weekend, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Nadeau was sent down to AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Unger Sorum was reassigned to AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Brind'Amour was sent to AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Nystrom was reassigned to AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Legault was assigned to AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Seeley was reassigned to AHL Chicago on Wednesday.

Walker (undsiclosed) will not play in Tuesday's road clash against the Islanders.

Gostisbehere (undisclosed) is not listed among the Hurricanes' scratches for Tuesday versus the Islanders, indicating he'll play in the contest.

Hall (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Islanders.

Due to a roster technicality, Kochetkov won't defend the road net against the Islanders on Tuesday.

Chatfield (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Islanders.

Miller (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Islanders.

Gostisbehere (undisclosed) will not play in Tuesday's road clash against the Islanders.

Svechnikov (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Islanders.

Slavin (undisclosed) isn't expected to play in Tuesday's regular-season finale against the Islanders, according to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Aho (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Islanders.

Staal (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Islanders.

Jarvis (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Islanders.

Kochetkov (hip) will be activated from injured reserve ahead of his start in Tuesday's road matchup against the Islanders, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Seeley was recalled from AHL Chicago on Tuesday.

Nystrom was recalled from AHL Chicago on Tuesday.

Kochetkov was recalled by the Hurricanes from AHL Chicago on Monday.

Unger Sorum was recalled from AHL Chicago on Monday.

Svechnikov won't be available Monday versus the Flyers for an undisclosed reason.

Miller (undisclosed) is expected to be in the lineup versus Philadelphia on Monday.

Chatfield (lower body) is poised to return to the lineup against Philadelphia on Monday, according to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.