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Carolina Hurricanes players face scrutiny over NHL 27 avatar designs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 12:33 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Summary

The early access release of NHL 27 has drawn criticism from fans regarding the quality of digital player face scans. Users have highlighted glitches and a perceived lack of detail in the character models for members of the Carolina Hurricanes. While some players like Taylor Hall and Jaccob Slavin received accurate renderings, others were characterized by users as unrecognizable or poorly designed. The feedback follows broader complaints concerning the use of generative AI and technical issues within the latest installment of the franchise. EA Sports has not yet addressed the specific concerns regarding the visual accuracy of these player models.

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By the Numbers

•Taylor Hall and Jaccob Slavin were cited as having the most accurate face models.
•Players including Sean Walker and Jordan Martinook received negative feedback for poor resemblance.
•Fans reported widespread dissatisfaction with glitches and the use of generative AI in the game.
•The Carolina Hurricanes roster received varying grades from best to worst in fan-led rankings.

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