Carolina Hurricanes plan to improve roster after Stanley Cup victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:39 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes are strategizing to enhance their roster following their Stanley Cup championship. General manager Eric Tulsky acknowledges that while much of the core is locked into long-term contracts, the team is not resting on its laurels. Key decisions are on the horizon, including the fate of unrestricted free agent Frederik Andersen and trade speculation surrounding defenseman Alexander Nikishin. With top forward Seth Jarvis recovering from shoulder surgery, there's a possibility for a rising prospect to take his place. Tulsky emphasizes the team’s goal to remain competitive year after year.
- •Frederik Andersen is the biggest unrestricted free agent for the Hurricanes.
- •Eric Tulsky emphasizes the team needs to improve despite recent success.
- •Seth Jarvis expected to miss up to six months after shoulder surgery.
- •Upcoming decisions include the future of Alexander Nikishin amid trade talks.
- •Tulsky purchased negotiating rights for John Carlson ahead of free agency.
- 9:39 PMYahoo Sports — Carolina Hurricanes follow Stanley Cup title by figuring out to how to improve a largely set roster
"The Hurricanes headed into the offseason with 36-year-old veteran Frederik Andersen as their biggest-name unrestricted free agent.
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