Brandon Bussi secures contract extension with Hurricanes through 2029
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:55 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Brandon Bussi's contract with the Carolina Hurricanes extends through the 2028-29 season, featuring a cap hit of $1.9 million per year. This comes after Bussi played a pivotal role in the Stanley Cup Final, stepping in for Frederik Andersen. Bussi's performance has increased his standing with the team, as Carolina considers enhancements to its goaltending situation. His affordable contract provides flexibility for the Hurricanes moving forward.
- •Bussi's contract runs for three more seasons.
- •He had a pivotal role in the Stanley Cup Final.
- •Cap hit of $1.9 million per season is considered affordable.
- •Bussi will be a free agent at the end of the 2028-29 season.
- •Carolina may look to strengthen their goaltending options.
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — Brandon Bussi contract is great news for Hurricanes
"Carolina is in a great spot moving forward.
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