Eric Tulsky discusses Hurricanes' offseason moves and injuries at draft

Carolina Hurricanes General Manager Eric Tulsky addressed the media during the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, providing insights following the team's recent Stanley Cup victory. The Hurricanes traded their first-round pick (#31) to the Nashville Predators for two second-round selections. Tulsky confirmed that forwards Seth Jarvis and Eric Robinson underwent surgery for injuries; Jarvis is expected to be out for several months while Robinson faces a six-to-eight week recovery. He briefly touched on the contract status of restricted free agent Alexander Nikishin but noted that discussions have not yet begun, citing a busy schedule. Tulsky emphasized that the team will remain proactive in trades and signings despite their championship win.

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