Canes superfan Big Mike energizes crowds with signature horn
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:04 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Mike Whiting, known as "Big Mike," continues to rally Carolina Hurricanes fans with his horn and chants during NHL playoff games at the Lenovo Center. After 25 years as a superfan, Whiting's presence and enthusiasm are considered integral to the game-day experience. Playoff season has been particularly electric this year, and Whiting's contributions have enhanced the atmosphere for fans. Facing health challenges, he received financial support from the community for medical needs, highlighting his special place among Hurricanes supporters.
- •Whiting has been a Hurricanes superfan for 25 years.
- •He energizes fans with his horn and chants at home games.
- •This playoff season has been described as electric.
- •The community raised over $50,000 for Whiting's health care.
- •He sits in Section 229 beside the siren at the Lenovo Center.
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Canes superfan's horn becomes the soundtrack of the season
"Mike Whiting, better known to Carolina Hurricanes fans as "Big Mike", has spent 25 years rallying crowds inside the Lenovo Center.
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