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Hurricanes acquire rights to John Carlson from Ducks

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Hurricanes acquire rights to John Carlson from Ducks

Summary

The Carolina Hurricanes traded their final pick in the draft and Kyle Masters to the Anaheim Ducks for the rights to defenseman John Carlson. At 36 years old, Carlson is set to become a free agent on July 1st. Last season, he recorded 14 goals and 60 points over 71 games. The Hurricanes have three days to negotiate a contract, facing challenges regarding cap space management, possibly affecting their roster dynamics. Jesperi Kotkaniemi's future in Carolina may be uncertain pending this acquisition.

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By the Numbers

•Hurricanes traded pick number 192 and Kyle Masters for Carlson's rights.
•Carlson had 14 goals and 60 points last season.
•He is expected to seek a contract worth $9 to $10 million.
•Negotiations must conclude before July 1st when he becomes a free agent.
•Jesperi Kotkaniemi's status may be in jeopardy with this trade.

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What they're saying

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It had been a long day. Some teams were using all of their allotted time, even in the later rounds to make their draft decisions. Then came Carolina, and time had expired while the world waited for them to make pick number 192 in the Draft. What happened? Eric Tulsky and company smacked everyone in […]
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