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Sun, Sep 20 · 7:00 PM ET @ Panthers
Current Season
GP
79
Goals
27
Assists
53
Points
80
+/-
+11
S%
13.8%
Career Stats
Contract
Cap Hit
$9.75M
Total Value
$78.00M
Expires
8 yrs · 2031-2032
Status
Then UFA
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Recent Stories
The Hurricanes are facing some hard questions about whether their current goaltending can carry them through a playoff run, and the answers aren't coming as easily as the team would like. There's also the matter of Andrei Nikishin and whether he's part of the long-term plan, plus the looming question of who steps up if Sebastian Aho ever slows down.
Rod Brind'Amour's patience finally snapped when Sebastian Aho drew a slashing penalty that the Hurricanes coach felt was completely unwarranted. The incident captured on video has become a flashpoint in the ongoing conversation about inconsistent officiating and how it impacts competitive balance. Brind'Amour's reaction suggests the frustration has been building for some time, and this particular call was simply the last straw.