Hurricanes acquire rights to John Carlson from Ducks in trade
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Hurricanes have acquired the rights to unrestricted free agent defenseman John Carlson from the Ducks in a trade announced on Saturday. Carlson's future with the Hurricanes will depend on his negotiations for a contract as he heads into free agency. This move signals the Hurricanes' intent to strengthen their defensive lineup ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Hurricanes acquire rights to John Carlson from Ducks.
- •Trade announced on June 27, 2026.
- •Carlson is an unrestricted free agent.
- •Hurricanes looking to improve their defense.
- •Negotiations for a contract are the next step.
- 9:57 PMESPN — Canes acquire Carlson rights in trade with Ducks
"The Hurricanes on Saturday acquired the rights to unrestricted free agent defenseman John Carlson in a trade with the Ducks.
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