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Carolina Hurricanes consider keeping Alexander Nikishin amid trade talks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:14 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes consider keeping Alexander Nikishin amid trade talks

Summary

The Carolina Hurricanes are exploring the possibility of retaining defenseman Alexander Nikishin, who requested a trade this summer. Despite ongoing discussions, no trade has been finalized, prompting speculation that the team may hold onto him for their current Stanley Cup defense. The Hurricanes are performing well, winning four consecutive games and sitting at the top of the Metro Division without Nikishin. Concerns have been raised about how Nikishin's absence might affect his contract status and potential future with the team.

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•Nikishin requested a trade over the summer.
•No trade has materialized as discussions continue.
•The Hurricanes are atop the Metro Division with four straight wins.
•Teams linked to Nikishin include the Blues, Predators, Kings, and Jets.
•Nikishin's contract status could worsen while he remains off the ice.

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12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Carolina Hurricanes Receive Shocking New Alexander Nikishin Trade Update

What they're saying

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Is there a chance that Carolina Hurricanes’ 24 y/o defenseman Alexander Nikishin isn’t traded at all this season? It seems that way, as new reports surface pretty much every day regarding his status with the Hurricanes and what’s next for his future. Nikishin requested out of Carolina in the summer, and while it seems that […] The post Carolina Hurricanes Receive Shocking New Alexander Nikishin Trade Update appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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