Stefan Noesen celebrates his third period goal in game one as the Hurricanes defeat the Islanders, 3-1 at the PNC Arena on April 20, 2024. (photo by James Jackson, Canes Country) The Canes have a strong third period to pick up the game one win over the Islanders. After a somewhat slow first two periods, the Carolina Hurricanes were able to generate more chances in the … [Read more...] about Hurricanes 3, Islanders 1
Game One: Most Valuable Player
Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images Discussion about performances by certain players. The crew here at Canes Country decided to offer up a special feature for posting during the playoffs. We will select our own choices for the most valuable player of the game, (winning games only). Be prepared, the choices might not end up to be one of the game’s previously … [Read more...] about Game One: Most Valuable Player
Game Preview – Round 1, Game 1: Islanders vs. Hurricanes
Photo by Josh Lavallee/NHLI via Getty Images Welcome to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The time has come. Tonight at 5:00 PM ET, the Carolina Hurricanes start their quest for the Stanley Cup. For the third time in the last six seasons, Carolina will face the New York Islanders in the playoffs. For an overview of Round 1, check out Al’s series preview. New York head … [Read more...] about Game Preview – Round 1, Game 1: Islanders vs. Hurricanes
Hurricanes/Islanders Round 1 Preview
Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images Good luck trying to think of how the past will affect the future On Saturday evening, the Hurricanes and the Islanders will open the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs—not just against each other but for the whole league. The Islanders are hoping the third time facing the Canes in the playoffs is the charm, as the Canes won the previous … [Read more...] about Hurricanes/Islanders Round 1 Preview
2024 CC Playoff Pick ‘Em: Round 1
Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images We’re back, and for the first time in many years, there are more than just bragging rights on the line! Well, it took until Friday morning to finally get it posted, but never fear, the 11th Annual Canes Country Pick ‘Em Challenge is back and better than ever. Yes, that’s right, you heard me: better than ever. Why, you ask? Well, for … [Read more...] about 2024 CC Playoff Pick ‘Em: Round 1