MONTREAL (AP) — Kaiden Guhle scored twice and the Montreal Canadiens wrapped up the last Eastern Conference playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night in their regular-season finale. The Canadiens needed at least a point to eliminate Columbus from playoff contention. They will face Washington in the first round. Nick Suzuki broke a tie … [Read more...] about Canadiens finally wrap up a playoff spot, beating the Hurricanes
Duke freshman star Kon Knueppel becomes first Blue Devil to declare for 2025 NBA Draft
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – A superstar on the hardwood for the Duke men’s basketball team last season is now taking his game to the next level. Blue Devils freshman Kon Knueppel is forgoing the remainder of his college career and declaring for the 2025 NBA Draft, he announced through social media on Wednesday. “Forever a Blue Devil,” Knueppel wrote. “Taking the Brotherhood … [Read more...] about Duke freshman star Kon Knueppel becomes first Blue Devil to declare for 2025 NBA Draft
Fans get ready for round one Carolina Hurricanes tickets
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Round One of playoff tickets for the Carolina Hurricanes are now on sale. The Canes will face the New Jersey Devils on April 19 at the Lenovo Center. Fans like Jerry and Brenda Schafer can't wait. "We love the Canes. We love the team, we love it from the manager right down to the player, it's a great organization," said Jerry. They came to … [Read more...] about Fans get ready for round one Carolina Hurricanes tickets
Former UNC, Duke football players file lawsuit seeking additional eligibility from NCAA
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Former football players from Duke and North Carolina have a hearing next week in lawsuits seeking additional eligibility from the NCAA for playing careers they say were derailed by injuries, ailments and personal difficulties. Former Duke football players Ryan Smith and Tre'Shon Devones are plaintiffs in one of the complaints filed in Durham County … [Read more...] about Former UNC, Duke football players file lawsuit seeking additional eligibility from NCAA
Top defensive prospect signs with Carolina Hurricanes, receiving major boost for NHL playoff push
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – With the Stanley Cup Playoffs on the horizon, the Carolina Hurricanes added a significant piece to its defensive lineup just in time for a postseason push. The Hurricanes signed defenseman Alexander Nikishin to a two-year, entry-level agreement, the team announced on Friday. His deal will pay $832,500 for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons, while also … [Read more...] about Top defensive prospect signs with Carolina Hurricanes, receiving major boost for NHL playoff push