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Carolina Hurricanes celebrate Stanley Cup parade amid offseason trade talks

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Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes celebrate Stanley Cup parade amid offseason trade talks

Summary

The Carolina Hurricanes celebrated their Stanley Cup victory with a parade in downtown Raleigh yesterday, drawing approximately 150,000 fans. During the festivities, Nic Deslauriers signed a two-year contract extension with the team. As the NHL offseason progresses, teams, including the Boston Bruins, are exploring the UFA market ahead of the upcoming draft. Right-shot defensemen are a priority for the Bruins, who are also analyzing potential trades, including Bowen Byram. Draft activities are set for June 26-27, with free agency starting on July 1.

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•Carolina had their first Stanley Cup parade in 20 years.
•Around 150,000 fans attended the parade in Raleigh.
•Nic Deslauriers signed a two-year extension during the event.
•Bruins focusing on right-shot defensemen in free agency.
•NHL Draft scheduled for June 26-27, free agency starts July 1.

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