Three months after clinching their second Stanley Cup, the Carolina Hurricanes kicked off preseason camp in Raleigh, emphasizing the need to keep building on their championship momentum.
Coach and leaders stress continued growth
Top‑line center Sebastian Aho reminded teammates that past success “doesn’t really help us today,” urging the group to stay hungry. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour echoed that sentiment, saying the passion and grit that won the Cup must now be magnified to stay ahead of rivals.
Roster updates and injuries
Goalie Frederik Andersen departed for Edmonton on a one‑year deal, and defenseman Alexander Nikishin remains a restricted free agent, with general manager Eric Tulsky declining to comment on his status. Forward Seth Jarvis is recovering from shoulder surgery; he’s back on skates but will need to be cautious as he works toward a 4‑6‑month timeline.
Captain Jordan Staal signed a one‑year extension through the 2027‑28 season, expressing his desire to keep playing with the group he calls “family.”
Looking ahead
Despite the changes, the core that swept Ottawa and Philadelphia in the first two rounds and overcame a Game 1 loss to Montreal remains intact. Brind’Amour warned that the championship will make the Hurricanes a bigger target, but he believes the team’s experience will give them an edge in the upcoming season.
The Hurricanes’ preseason camp will continue over the next several weeks as they fine‑tune lineups and assess player health before the regular season begins.
Original reporting: KSAT Sports (San Antonio) — read the source article.
