Carolina Hurricanes re-sign Mike Reilly while Alexander Nikishin remains unsigned

The Carolina Hurricanes signed defenseman Mike Reilly to a one-year, two-way contract on September 10. The deal carries an $850k value at the NHL level and $450k in the AHL. This move adds depth to the team's defensive corps alongside recent acquisition Pierre-Olivier Joseph. The team currently holds $8.18 million in remaining salary cap space. This financial situation remains a focal point regarding restricted free agent Alexander Nikishin, who is seeking a contract worth more than $8 million annually. Insider Elliotte Friedman noted that the Nashville Predators have expressed potential interest in acquiring Nikishin, who holds $9.7 million in available cap space.

• 10:43 PMYahoo Sports — On the Blueline: Hurricanes Re-Sign Mike Reilly; Insider Gives Alexander Nikishin Update