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Rod Brind’Amour calls for NHL to eliminate preseason games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 1:41 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Rod Brind’Amour calls for NHL to eliminate preseason games

Summary

Rod Brind’Amour, head coach of the Carolina Hurricanes, expressed his preference for an 86-game NHL regular season with no preseason games. This statement comes after the Hurricanes lost their first preseason game to the Florida Panthers 6-3. Brind’Amour criticized the preseason format, suggesting that games should count for fans. The Hurricanes are preparing for the 2026-27 season, with their regular season debut scheduled for September 29 against the Panthers. Many key players did not participate in the preseason opener.

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By the Numbers

•Hurricanes lost 6-3 to the Panthers in their preseason opener.
•Brind’Amour advocates for an 86-game season with no preseason.
•Key players like Sebastian Aho did not play in the preseason game.
•The Hurricanes will host the Panthers for their regular season opener on September 29.
•NHL's recent changes include a reduction in preseason games.

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What they're saying

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The Carolina Hurricanes are looking to defend their Stanley Cup title as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign. While the Hurricanes have some questions heading into the season , the team is also one of the favorites to win the Cup. The Hurricanes have opened the preseason, losing to the Florida Panthers 6-3, but head coach Rod Brind’Amour is ready […] The post Hurricanes news: Rod Brind’Amour wants NHL to make drastic move appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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