Locked On Hurricanes - Daily Podcast On The Carolina Hurricanes

The Carolina Hurricanes move to 42-18-6 after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 on Saturday night. After the win, where does it place the Hurricanes in the league overall? How has the 2025-26 season been impressive for the Canes, even with all of the injuries and uncertainty in the crease behind Brandon Bussi? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on how tight the Eastern Conference first seed is right now, and can the Hurricanes distance themselves from the Buffalo Sabres and the Tampa Bay Lightning? Where the standings...

The Carolina Hurricanes get swept by the St. Louis Blues after losing 3-1 on Thursday night. Between both games against the Blues, the Hurricanes got outscored 6-1 through the two games. What went wrong in the loss? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the game overall. Outside of the fourth line, not much was produced from the guys on the roster. Why did they drop off after a strong first period? Secondly, Zach reacts to what Jordan Staal said after the game. What did the captain think about...

The Carolina Hurricanes look to complete the two-game homestand against the St. Louis Blues on Thursday night at the Lenovo Center. The last time these two teams met, the Blue shut out the Hurricanes 3-0. Can the Canes split the regular-season series? On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by previewing the game between the Hurricanes and the Blues. Who has the edge 5-on-5 and on the special teams? What does the tale of the tape say about both teams? Secondly, Zach shares his thoughts on what the goalie matchup could look like between...

The Carolina Hurricanes survived a shootout thriller that saw them defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4 in the shootout. What stood out in the game overall, which saw multiple lead changes and a force OT after a two-goal lead was lost? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Hurricanes' shootout win over the Penguins. What stood out in a very chaotic win that saw the team go down 2-1, lead 4-2, lose the lead to go to overtime 4-4, and win overall? Who stepped up big for the Hurricanes...

The Carolina Hurricanes practiced on Monday ahead of their game on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. After dropping their last game of the road trip, the Hurricanes look to get back in the win column at home. Also, Nic Deslauriers had his first practice with the team. How did he feel afterwards? On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on what Deslauriers said after his first practice with the team. How does he feel about being in Raleigh? What does he hope for when it comes to his role for...

The Carolina Hurricanes had a pretty quiet trade deadline as they added Nicolas Deslauriers for a 2027 conditional 7th rounder. While it was minimal, what could he bring to the Hurricanes to help with the playoffs in terms of physicality and grit? The Hurricanes also finish the four-game road trip 2-2-0 after defeating the Edmonton Oilers Friday night, but losing to the Calgary Flames Saturday night. It's a jam-packed Monday show. On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the trade deadline overall for the Hurricanes. While they made only...

The Carolina Hurricanes look to claim their 40th win of the season as they travel to Edmonton to take on Connor McDavid and the Oilers. Who has the edge in the last matchup of the regular season between the two teams? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by previewing the Hurricanes' upcoming game against the Oilers on Friday night. Who has the edge between the two teams after the trade deadline closes before the game? What should fans keep an eye on in the first half of the Alberta back-to-back? Secondly, Zach responds...

The Carolina Hurricanes get back in the win column after defeating the Vancouver Canucks in a 10-goal shootout on Wednesday night. What stood out in the 6-4 victory that has the Hurricanes at 39-16-6 on the season? On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the game overall. While the Hurricanes did win, could they have cleaned it up more to not make it as close as it was? However, it was a solid game overall to bounce back from the 2-1 loss on Monday night. Secondly, Zach reacts...

The Carolina Hurricanes continue their four-game road trip as they take on the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday night at Rogers Arena. Who has the edge in the final regular-season meeting between the two teams? Could these two teams be potential trade partners by the end of the trade deadline on Friday afternoon? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by previewing the Hurricanes' upcoming game against the Canucks. They are looking to get back in the win column after their 2-1 loss on Monday night. Who has the edge in 5-on-5 and special teams...

The Carolina Hurricanes dropped the first game of their four-game road trip with a loss to the Seattle Kraken. What stood out in the game, and what are Zach's thoughts overall? On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Hurricanes' 2-1 loss to the Kraken on Monday night. What stood out in the tough loss after dominating for most of the game? Why is this a game where fans cannot be too upset about the effort? Secondly, Zach reacts to what Rod Brind'Amour said postgame. How did the head...

The Carolina Hurricanes close out February with five straight wins, sweeping the month in style. They defeated the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 on Saturday night, following a three-point performance by Shayne Gostisbehere and Taylor Hall. What else stood out from the win, and the month of February overall? Also, the Hurricanes begin their four-game western road trip. Who do they take on Monday night? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Hurricanes' 5-2 win from Saturday night. What stood out from the game? Who performed well? Secondly, Zach...

Thursday night's game between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Tampa Bay Lightning was electric, ending in a nine-goal thriller. The Hurricanes hold off the Lightning with a 5-4 win as they push their point streak to 11 games. What stood out in the Canes' 37th win of the season? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by recapping the Hurricanes' thriller of a win to keep the point streak and win streak going. Which players had a multi-point night to kick off the 25-game sprint in style? Who were the big factors in the win...

The Carolina Hurricanes are officially BACK with the full squad. That said, let the 25-game sprint begin for the NHL Playoffs. Their first opponent? The Tampa Bay Lightning. On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by previewing the Hurricanes' first game back since the Olympic break. What does the tale of the tap say about the two top teams in the Eastern Conference? Who has the edge in the must-watch TV showdown? Secondly, Zach reacts to Jaccob Slavin's presser after returning from Milan with the Gold Medal. What did the defenseman say in his...

As we're one day away from the Carolina Hurricanes back on the ice, let's talk about three main things to watch with 25 games left in the regular season. On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the special teams. Once they were dead last (power play) and mid-20s (penalty kill), now they're both within striking distance of the Top 10. What do the Hurricanes need to do to keep that rolling? Secondly, Zach shares about how the team needs to stay healthy. They've already lost 250+ man-games. They've had to dig...

As we get closer to the trade deadline, let's talk Carolina Hurricanes trade rumors. It's buy or sell time. On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on Jordan Binnington from the St. Louis Blues. While he did have a solid 4-Nations in Feb. 2025 and a silver at the 2026 Olympics, is he worth it for the Hurricanes? Secondly, Zach shares his thoughts on Calgary Flames' Nazem Kadri. While the Hurricanes need a second-line center, does Kadri make sense? Finally, Zach concludes the show by giving an update from Monday's practice, along...

The Winter Olympics are over, and the Carolina Hurricanes swept the Olympic Podium in Milan. Jaccob Slavin and the USA defeated Seth Jarvis and Canada 2-1 in overtime. Sebastian Aho walks away with the Bronze after helping Finland defeat Slovakia 6-1. That said, what were the big takeaways from the Gold Medal game, and how did the 3 Hurricanes players do en route to capturing all three medals? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Gold Medal game between the USA and Canada. While OT was 3v3, that was...

Team USA stuns Team Canada with Jack Hughes’ overtime heroics to clinch gold, marking a historic double as both U.S. men’s and women’s teams take top honors. Is this the start of a new era in international hockey, or will Canada’s depth and Connor McDavid’s star power rebound in the next Olympics?

Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, David Morassutti, Zach Berman and Armando Velez break down the Olympic gold medal thriller, spotlighting Connor Hellebuyck’s record-setting goaltending and Canada’s struggles following Sidney Crosby’s absence. Conversation heats up with debate over the MVP selection, i...

USA and Canada set up a dream gold medal showdown after dominating in Olympic hockey semifinals—can Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon outduel the American stars for gold? Goaltending and blue line depth take center stage as Sidney Crosby’s possible return adds extra drama, while Brad Marchand’s leadership fuels Canada’s comeback momentum.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, and Kyle Kjer break down Canada’s resilience, Team USA’s offensive explosion led by Jack Hughes and the Tkachuk brothers, and the impact of Zach Werenski on the American blue line. Key topics include Finland’s collapse after a hot st...

To wrap up another week, let's talk about the next possible extensions for the Carolina Hurricanes. On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by going over Alexander Nikishin and how the Hurricanes have many avenues for his extension. Do the Hurricanes go with a three or four-year bridge deal, or a six or seven-year long-term deal? Secondly, Zach shares his thoughts on whether the Hurricanes could or should extend Mark Jankowski. Janks has done well for the Hurricanes; has it been enough to warrant a two-year deal? Finally, Zach concludes the show by looking...

USA Women seize Olympic gold in dramatic overtime, stunning Team Canada and cementing a new era of rivalry. Is Canada's reign slipping with a generational shift underway? Hilary Knight’s heroic goals power Team USA, while Marie-Philip Poulin’s injury exposes Canada’s reliance on veteran stars. The squad examines whether physical contact rules in women’s Olympic hockey should evolve as skill, pace, and grit reach new heights.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, Kyle Kjer, and Glenn Dreyfuss break down key moments, including the controversial penalty and Switzerland’s bronze medal win. Insights focus on the emergence of youth i...

We're back to giving grades; this time, it's Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis' turns. How have the two Carolina Hurricanes stars done so far in 2025-26? We also give another update on the Men's tournament at the Olympics, with a dramatic Quarterfinals. On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by giving a grade on Seth Jarvis' season so far in 2025-26. While he has missed some games, how has the star player performed for the Hurricanes in his fifth season in the NHL? Did he crack the code for an A grade? Secondly, Zach...

Canada and Team USA punch their tickets to the Olympic hockey semifinals after gripping overtime battles. Are NHL stars elevating the sport’s global stage and making these games must-watch? Sidney Crosby’s injury shakes up the Penguins’ playoff outlook, while Mitch Marner’s clutch heroics spark Leafs fans and ignite Twitter with debate about his legacy. Unforgettable moments abound as controversial officiating, intense trash talk, and maple syrup celebrations fuel the drama.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, and Zach Berman dissect Canada’s narrow escape against Czechia and Team USA’s gritty win over Sweden. Key topics include the...

The Carolina Hurricanes are back at practice! Well, sorta. While their Olympians are still in Milan, what did the lines look like in the first practice since the break started? Also, how do the Quarterfinals stack up after the Qualifying Round? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by going over the practice lines from the Hurricanes' first practice before the end of the break. While they are without their five Olympians, how did the lines look overall, and what updates were provided at practice? Secondly, Zach reacts to what Rod Brind'Amour said post-practice...

It's official, the Carolina Hurricanes extended Brandon Bussi for the next three seasons. Bussi will keep the wheels rolling in Raleigh through the 2028-29 season, while making $1.9 million annually. What does it mean for both sides? How is this a win-win for Bussi and the Hurricanes? On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by going over the three-year, $5.7 million extension through the 2028-29 season. How does Zach feel about the deal? Why does he think that this is a win-win for both sides that will age super well? Secondly, Zach will react to what...

USA and Canada women’s hockey set up a classic gold medal showdown, but is the lack of parity hurting the sport’s global growth? Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, Zach Berman, and Glenn Dreyfus break down Team USA’s defensive dominance, Marie-Philip Poulin’s crucial return for Canada, and the uphill battle facing Swedish and Czech programs. The hosts debate whether dynasties boost or hinder Olympic excitement, and consider what it would mean for Canada to stage a Miracle on Ice upset.

The roundtable also tackles Tom Wilson’s rare Olympic fight, the fallout from Kevin Fiala’s injury, an...

Just like that, we're onto the Quarterfinals for the Men's 2026 Winter Olympic hockey tournament. How have the Carolina Hurricanes done so far through the group stage games?  On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by updating on where Jaccob Slavin, Sebastian Aho, Seth Jarvis, Frederik Andersen, and Nikolaj Ehlers stand following the Group pool games. How have the guys done so far in the tournament? Secondly, Zach will pick his three standouts from the group games so far. Who stepped up over the weekend? Finally, Zach looks at what the next sext of games l...

Finland shocks Sweden with a commanding 4-1 win in a fierce Nordic rivalry, as Juuse Saros rebounds with standout goaltending and Mikko Rantanen finds the scoresheet. Can Sweden bounce back after defensive lapses and an underwhelming performance from its blue line? Gil Martin, David Morasuti, and Glenn Dreyfus break down the dramatic shift in Group play, highlight William Nylander’s return from injury, and spotlight Slovakia’s narrow escape against a spirited Italy fueled by Damian Clara’s 35-save effort.

Canada flexes its offensive muscle with the McDavid-MacKinnon-Celebrini line, all scoring in a 3-goal outburst against Switzerland, with t...

Just like the episode where Zach graded Carolina Hurricanes' new guys in Nikolaj Ehlers, K'Andre Miller, and Brandon Bussi, he will be giving more grades out! This time, he will be grading the young guns of Logan Stankoven, Jackson Blake, and Alexander Nikishin. How have all three guys done so far in 2025-26 for the Hurricanes? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by looking at what Stankoven has done for the Hurricanes in his first full season in Raleigh. How has he done in his new role as the 2C? Despite going through...

Slovakia shock Finland as Juraj Slafkovsky and Simon Nemec make a statement—could their Olympic hockey run upset the favorites? Canada assert their dominance, with Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and Macklin Celebrini igniting early, while questions linger about Finland’s goaltending and Sweden’s struggles. The hosts highlight the evolving Olympic tournament, from surprise upsets and breakout performances to fierce rivalries and roster intrigue.

Gil Martin, David Morrassuti, Zach Berman, and Ian McLaren break down key moments as Canada’s star-studded lineup dismantles Czechia and Team USA’s depth makes waves against Latvia. Insights include Switzerland and Germany’s...

It's a jam-packed Thursday episode of Locked On Hurricanes as we will be recapping and previewing FOUR games. Between Finland, the USA, Canada, and Denmark, there is no shortage of hockey with Carolina Hurricanes players involved. On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by doing a quick recap on Finland's 4-1 loss to Slovakia to begin the Men's Ice Hockey Tournament at Milano-Cortina. He also previews the upcoming game between Czechia and Canada. Can Seth Jarvis' Canada defeat Martin Necas' Czechia? Secondly, Zach previews the USA's opening game against Latvia. What can we expect...

The Men's Ice Hockey tournament begins on Wednesday, Feb. 11, in Milano-Cortina, and more importantly, Sebastian Aho will begin his 2026 Winter Olympic bid for Finland against Slovakia. On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by going over Aho being named as one of the alternate captains for Finland heading into the Olympic Games. How does Aho feel about being given a letter to represent his country in his first Olympics? Secondly, Zach goes over the Finland lines as they begin their Group B pool play. Who will Finland be facing in the first game as...

Team USA Women shock Team Canada with a dominant 5-0 victory—has the balance of power shifted in Olympic hockey? Gil Martin leads the debate with David Morassutti and Glenn Dreyfuss, spotlighting the Americans’ airtight defense, standout performances from Hannah Bilka and Laila Edwards, and the historic inclusion of three Black players in a single Olympic game. The crew questions if Team Canada can recover from this lopsided loss, debating what adjustments Marie-Philip Poulin’s return might spark and whether the U.S. could be overconfident heading toward a likely gold medal rematch. Turning to the men’s tournament, the pane...

As we're still a couple of days away from the start of the Men's Ice Hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, let's follow up on the Carolina Hurricanes and give out some grades. In the first edition of the Olympic Break grades, we'll take a look at the new guys who've made an impact for the Hurricanes in 2025-26. On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by going over the impact Nikolaj Ehlers has had on the Hurricanes this season. Despite taking a while to score his first goal, he's been on...

Team USA and Team Canada dominate the Olympic women’s hockey tournament—are they locked in for another gold medal showdown? Hilary Knight breaks records while Marie-Philip Poulin’s injury sparks new questions. Is Sweden or Czechia ready to crash the party and claim bronze, or is the gap still too wide?

Glenn Dreyfuss, Gil Martin, and Kyle Kjer spotlight the rivalry series, competitive edge from the PWHL, and how legendary goaltenders like Ann-Renée Desbiens are tipping the balance. Key topics include USA’s offensive surge, power play threats, and the impact of increased professional opportunities for women...

The Carolina Hurricanes are sending five players to represent their countries for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina. What does it mean for all of these guys, and what fans should keep an eye on as we get closer to the games starting? On the Fly Hockey Podcast host Parker McLean joins the show to talk about the Hurricanes players heading over to Milano-Cortina and what it means for the four teams that they're representing over the next few weeks. What should fans keep an eye on when the Men's tournament begins? On the Monday Winter Olympic Preview Edition...

The Carolina Hurricanes shut out the New York Rangers 2-0 for the second shutout win at Madison Square Garden in 2025-26. How huge was Brandon Bussi in the win for the Hurricanes? What did the day feel like for the Hurricanes on and off the ice in the last game before the Olympic Break? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by recapping the Hurricanes' 2-0 win. What stood out in Bussi's dominant 16-save shutout win? How has Andrei Svehchnikov taken his game back to the levels that fans saw before his injury? Also...

The Carolina Hurricanes travel to NYC to take on the New York Rangers for the last game before the Olympic break. Can the Hurricanes take a 10-game point streak into the break, along with a three-game winning streak? On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by previewing the Thursday night game between the Hurricanes and Rangers. Who has the edge on 5v5 and special teams? Secondly, Zah shares his thoughts on the possible lines for the Hurricanes, along with the potential goalie matchup. Will Brandon Bussi start his third game in a row, or...

The Carolina Hurricanes took the regular-season series over the Ottawa Senators after defeating them 4-3 on Tuesday night. How big was the win for the Hurricanes as their point streak moves to nine games? They're now 35-15-6 on the season, following the win. On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by recapping the Hurricanes' win on Tuesday night. What stood out in the game overall? How huge were Seth Jarvis, Jordan Staal, Brandon Bussi, and Sebastian Aho? Secondly, Zach reacts to what Seth Jarvis said postgame. How did Jarvis feel after scoring two...

The Carolina Hurricanes host the Ottawa Senators in the second matchup of the regular season. The Hurricanes won in Ottawa 4-1 on Jan. 24. Can they win the season series? On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by previewing the Tuesday night game against the Senators. What does the tale of the tape say between the two teams? Who has the edge on special teams and 5v5? Secondly, Zach gives his thoughts on the possible goalie matchups for the game and who he thinks should start against the Senators to set up the last game...

The Carolina Hurricanes took three out of a possible four points over the weekend, after going to two overtimes against the Los Angeles Kings and the Washington Capitals. What stood out in those games? Also, who are the 3 Stars of January for the Hurricanes? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his overall thoughts from the back-to-back overtime games over the weekend. While they did tally 3 points out of a possible 4, how did the Hurricanes manage to deal with bonus hockey twice in 24 hours? Who stood out in both games for the...