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Hello Bunch of Jerks! Welcome to the Caniac Report as your hosts Sam Wallace and Sam Driscoll, bring you all the sights and sounds of the Carolina Hurricanes. We are just two passionate Carolina Hurricane fans bringing you the best content and analysis of the canes that brings you the best Caniac Report!
Taking a Look at the Foes of the Metros Part I
In this episode Sam Wallace first discusses NHL news with Kaprizov turning down a big extension to Spencer Knight's extension (3:40). Then Sam talks about the Hurricanes with some fun news and recapping the first two prospect showcase games (9:30). For the last part of the episode, Sam starts analyzing the metropolitan divisional teams since those games are the most important ones. Sam first analyzes Pittsburgh (17:48), then Philadelphia (24:45), and ends with Columbus (29:43).
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NHL Standing Predictions Part II (EP 316)
In this episode Sam discusses some news around the league with Dustin Wolf's extension, Kraken's new third jersey, Carey Price's contract being traded, and more (2:09). Sam transitions to talking about the Hurricanes with the prospect showcase starting and the training camp schedule being set (10:20). For the last part of the episode Sam predicts the Eastern Conference standings. He starts out with the Atlantic division (20:44) and ends with the Metropolitan Division (33:45).
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NHL Standing Predictions Part I (EP 315)
Sam Wallace firsts talks about some news around the NHL from Khudobin retiring to Sergei Federov's number being retired by Detroit (1:54). Then Sam starts talking about the Hurricanes with them hiring Fast as a development coach and a few players being signed to PTOs (6:09). For the last part of the episode Sam gives his predictions on the standings in the Western Conference. He first starts out with the Pacific Division (16:45) and ends with the Central Division (28:54).
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Reacting to the Hurricanes New Away Jerseys! (EP 314)
In this episode Sam get's back to talking about news happening around the league with a few extensions and reacting who is on the cover of NHL 26 (5:49). Then Sam talks about some Hurricanes news about Jaccob Slavin and reacting to the new away jerseys (9:11). Sam also answers a question submitted by a listener (18:12) For the last part of the episode, Sam talks about the top questions heading into the upcoming season (23:50).
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Saying My Final Goodbyes to the Players that Left (EP 313)
In this episode Sam Wallace first says his final goodbyes to the players that left the team in Necas, Burns, Orlov and more (2:50). For the last part of the episode Sam looks back at his standing predictions from a year ago and looks at how accurate they were. Sneak Peek they were not accurate (15:50).
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Discussing the Hurricanes Offseason w/ Cory Lavalette (EP 312)
In this episode Sam Wallace has a guest on from the North State Journal, Cory Lavalette to discuss what the Hurricanes have done this past off-season.
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Great Player Expectations Part II 2025 (EP 311)
In this episode Sam Wallace ends his two part episode series. It's in this episode where he labels his expectations with the Hurricanes forward group heading into this upcoming season. Hope you enjoy!
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Great Player Expectations Part I 2025 (EP 310)
Sam Wallace starts an two part episode series in this episode. In this first episode he gives his expectations on how the Hurricanes goalies and defensemen should be in order to have a successful upcoming season. Hope you enjoy.
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How the New CBA Agreement Affects the Hurricanes (EP 309)
In this episode, Sam Wallace discusses the new CBA agreement that got ratified this summer. He also talks about how that affects the Hurricanes.
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Talking about the Hurricanes Offseason with Adam Gold (EP 308)
In this episode Sam Wallace chats with Adam Gold on what's happened with the Hurricanes so far this offseason. Hope you enjoy it.
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Ranking the Top Hurricanes Drafted Players (EP 307)
In this episode Sam Wallace gives his rankings of the top players the Hurricanes have drafted. Hope you enjoy.
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Can Svechnikov be More Impactful this Upcoming Season? (EP 306)
In this episode Sam Wallace discusses Svechnikov's career as a Hurricane. He also delves into the question of whether he can be impactful or not?
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Looking at the Hurricanes Current Prospect Pool (EP 305)
Sam Wallace discusses the Hurricanes current prospect pool and how other scouting sources back them up.
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Jackson Blake is Extended for Eight Seasons! (EP 304)
Sam Wallace starts the episode with some minor signings around the league and also talks about the NHL and the NHLPA statements to the acquitted players from the Hockey Canada Trial (2:34). Sam then talks about the huge news the Hurricanes made late Thursday night with the extension of Jackson Blake (4:08). For the last part of the episode, Sam answers you're question if you gave him one (10:30).
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Is the Nikishin Hype Real? (EP 303)
Sam Wallace first give a final update on the Hockey Canada trial and discusses Blake Wheeler's retirement (2:28). Sam then talks about the NHL and the NHLPA's partnership with the Italian Soccer League and the Kakko signing (3:54). Sam then talks about the Hurricanes with the signings of Ronan Seeley and Ryan Suzuki (6:24). For the last part of the episode Sam talks about Nikishin and how their might be different expectations for him coming into his first full season (9:33)
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Analyzing the Hurricanes Schedule (EP 302)
Sam first discusses the Vilardi and Dostal signings along with the Joshua trade (3:45). No Hurricanes news but Sam does mention that the canes made some promotions within it's organization (6:53). For the last part of the episode, Sam analyzes the Hurricanes Schedule (9:19).
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What Should the Hurricanes do with Kotkaniemi? (EP 301)
Sam Wallace first discusses just a couple of things around the league lately with the biggest transaction being the Bowen Byram signing by Buffalo (1:13). Then Sam talks about the hurricanes as he reacts to the schedule release, minor signings, and more (4:38). For the last part of the episode Sam has on a couple of guests as they talk about Jesperi Kotkaniemi and if he has a future here in Carolina or not (11:46).
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What the Hurricanes Forward Lines Look Like with Ehlers? (EP 300)
Sam first discusses the news of the Sharks signing former Hurricane in Jeff Skinner to a contract (2:12). Sam then discusses some Hurricanes news with a couple of prospective signings in Gunler and Bayruether (8:25). For the last part of the episode, Sam discusses what the forward lines might look like with the addition of Ehlers (12:32).
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Hurricanes Were Going to Offer Sheet Evan Bouchard?! (EP 299)
In this episode Sam discusses the new CBA being ratified by the votes of the players. He also discusses the signings of Jack McBain and Cam York along with a list of notable players who have filed for arbitration (2:00). Sam then talks about the Hurricanes with reacting to Brind Amour possibly solving the 2C internally. He also discusses Ehler's reaction to signing with Carolina and a possible offer sheet the Canes were going to make (8:25). For the last half of the episode Sam discusses the numerous scenarios on how our defensive pairings will look like heading into next season (18:10).<...
Hurricanes Sign Ehlers & Trade for K'Andre Miller (EP 298)
Sam Wallace first discusses the big signings from day one of free agency (1:30). Then Sam talks about the big moves the Hurricanes made and what it might mean for the Hurricanes moving forward (19:09).
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Reviewing the 2025 Entry Draft & Previewing Free Agency Day (EP 297)
Sam Wallace first discusses some big trades that happened around the Entry draft (2:05). Then he examines some of the signings other teams made (9:15). He then talks about the Hurricanes transactions during the draft with trading down and surprisingly trading up (10:55). Sam then shift gears to discuss who actually got picked in the top 5 of the draft (15:37). Then Sam covers the players that were selected by the Hurricanes in Frolov, Cerrato, and others (17:34). Lastly, Sam previews his thoughts on the Hurricanes for free agency (26:34).
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Does Mitch Marner Sign with the Hurricanes? (EP 296)
Sam first talks about a few things that's happened around the league with the upcoming draft and the HHOF announcement (1:59). Then he discusses the major trades that happened recently (6:04). Sam then talks about the hurricanes with the pre-season coming out and the signing of Jaaska (13:52). For the last part of the episode Sam delves into the players he thinks the Hurricanes should at least consider into making the team better (20:00)
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Previewing the Upcoming 2025 NHL Draft (EP 295)
Sam Wallace is back again for this episode as he first discusses Toews signing with the Jets, the Marchment trade, and updates on other players (3:13). Sam then gives his reaction to the Eric Robinson signing and how that might affect other players on the roster (4:46). For the last part of the episode Sam gives his brief thoughts on who the top players are in this upcoming draft Friday (13:37). He ends the episode with a few players he thinks the Hurricanes should at least consider drafting Friday night (22:08)
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Looking at the Hurricanes Current Free Agents (EP 294)
Sam Wallace first reacts to the Panther winning their second consecutive Cup (2:40). Then he discusses the Haula trade to the extensions of Donato and Duchene (4:25). Sam then switches gears to talk about the Hurricanes. He mentions Aho and Andersen being officially announced to represent their countries at the Olympics along with some rumors circulating around the canes too (8:55). For the last half of the episode, Sam discusses the Hurricanes UFAs (16:44) and players that will be eligible for extensions on July 1st (31:41).
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Looking at the Hurricanes Memories and Highlights of this Past Season (EP 293)
Sam Wallace first catches up on the Stanley Cup Finals series and talks about hockey going on here in North Carolina (2:47). Then Sam briefly discusses the interview that Brind Amour had on the Cam and Stick Podcast on what he had to say and talks about the rumors of Carolina offering Marner potentially more than 14M dollar contract (7:20). For the last half of the episode Sam recaps this past season by looking at memories and highlights that happened both in the playoffs and regular season games ().
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Hurricanes 2025 End of Season Grades Part II (EP 292)
Sam first talks about the winners of the Selke, Lady Byng, and Calder trophies (3:02). Then Sam discusses what he thinks of a Toews return and the Chris Kreider trade to Anaheim (8:02). He finally talks about the Hurricanes with news on an upcoming STM event, along with some notable prospects as well (12:53). Sam then delves into his end of season grades on the Hurricanes forwards to end out the episode (18:52).
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Hurricanes 2025 End of Season Grades Part I (EP 291)
Sam Wallace first discusses the winners of the Masterson and Jack Adams Awards (2:02). Then he gives his take on the Edmonton and Florida series and the drama happening over in Dallas (4:05). Next, Sam talks about some rumors surrounding the Hurricanes who might try and get more offense in the likes of Ehlers or Marner (9:04). For the last part of the episode Sam gives his grades on the goalies and defensemen of the Hurricanes (14:39).
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The Hurricanes Off-Season Officially Begins (EP 290)
Sam Wallace in this episode first talks about rumblings from around the league starting with Barkov winning some hardware and Brock Nelson being extended by the Avs (2:53). Then Sam talks about what Bettman and Daily said at their state of the league address recently and a couple new coaches getting hired (11:02). Then Sam talks about the Hurricanes by talking about the official retirement of Jesper Fast and then discussing what Brind Amour and Tulsky said in their press conference (12:26). For the last half of the episode Sam gives an overview of how exciting this off-season could be fun for...
Panthers vs Hurricanes ECF: Game 5 Review (EP 289)
It's just Sam Wallace in this episode as he first discusses a big change to the podcast and the future of it as well (2:42). Then he talks about a few things around the league with The Cup Finals being set and Seattle naming their head coach (6:20). Then Sam talks about the thoughts and injuries heading into Game 5 (11:13). Lastly, Sam recaps Game 5 in great detail between the Hurricanes and Panthers (17:23).
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Panthers vs Hurricanes ECF: Game 4 Review (EP 288)
Sam Driscoll comes back in this episode as he first gives his thoughts on the WCF between Dallas and Edmonton (3:54). Then they talk about Team USA winning the IIHF World Championship with it being the first in 92 years (8:57). The fellas finally talk about the Hurricanes as they discuss the injuries the canes and Panthers were facing heading into Game 4 (12:08). For the last half of the episode they recap Game 4 between the Hurricanes and Panthers (17:10).
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Panthers vs Hurricanes ECF: Game 3 Review (EP 287)
It's just Sam Wallace again for this episode as he first starts the episode giving some brief thoughts on the Dallas and Edmonton series (3:28). He then talks about the lineup changes and injuries heading into Game 3 (5:18). Then Sam recaps Game 3 between the Hurricanes and Panthers (12:52).
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Panthers vs Hurricanes ECF: Game 2 Review (EP 286)
It's just Sam Wallace for this episode as he first discusses some key hirings with Blashill named as head coach of Chicago and Darche named as GM of the Islanders. He also touches on Brendan Shanahan leaving Toronto (2:53). Then Sam talks about some thoughts going into Game 2 with how the canes should respond and who the 6th defenseman should be (8:23). For the last part of the episode Sam recaps Game 2 between Florida and Carolina (16:40).
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Hurricanes vs Panthers ECF: Game 1 Review (EP 285)
Both Sam Wallace and Sam Driscoll start the episode off with some news around the league with the Bruins GM being extended to CBA discussions (4:10). Then they react to what Brind Amour said before game 1 with having Morrow in the lineup over Nikishin (8:20). For the last half of the episode they recap game 1 between the Panthers and Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals (16:34).
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Hurricanes vs Panthers: Eastern Conference Finals Preview (EP 284)
Both Sams start the episode out with some news with thoughts and prayers to Scheifele's family and new offer sheet compensation prices coming out (2:54). Then they preview the western conference finals between the Oilers and the Stars (6:46). Then they talk about the Hurricanes with a couple players not being on the ice for practice earlier and the thought of Nikishin playing more games (9:21). For the last half of the episode they preview the Panthers vs Hurricanes series (15:46).
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Hurricanes Win Series Against Capitals in Game 5 2025 (EP 283)
Both Sams start the episode out with their reaction to news with Ken Holland, Adam Foote, and Rick Tocchete (05:50). Then they start to cover the canes with discussing the whole controversy of the Hurricanes being boring (15:00). After that they cover how the rookie, Nikishin did in his first game of the NHL (24:16). For the last half of the episode they recap Game 5 between the Hurricanes and the Capitals (27:57).
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Hurricanes vs Capitals Game 4 Recap 2025 (EP 282)
Both Sams start out the episode with talking about how the other series have gone so far in the playoffs (2:52). Then they discuss the Hurricanes heading into Game 4 with some possible injuries to Chatfield and Martinook. They also talk about the trend Logan Thompson has played in goal so far for the Capitals (8:50). Then for the last part of the episode they recap Game 4 between the Capitals and Hurricanes in great detail (15:56).
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<...Capitals vs Hurricanes Game 3 Recap 2025 (EP 281)
Both Sams start out discussing Bettman's statement about interest in bringing a team back to Atlanta and a power play discussion (3:26). Then they discuss the hurricanes with having an official affiliation with the Greensboro hockey team (10:32). They also talk about thoughts heading into Game 3 and some injuries the canes might be facing (11:39). Then for the last half of the episode they recap Game 3 between the Capitals and Hurricanes (15:29).
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Hurricanes vs Capitals Game 2 Recap 2025 (EP 280)
Both Sams start the episode out Anaheim hiring their head coach along with giving quick thoughts on the other series going on so far (2:04). Then they talk about the hurricanes with news on Jankowski and thoughts on heading into Game 2 (12:02). For the last part of the episode they recap Game 2 between the Hurricanes and the Capitals (17:48).
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Hurricanes vs Capitals Game 1 Recap 2025 (EP 279)
Both Sams start the episode out with given their brief thoughts of Jets & Stars series along with the King's GM stepping down (2:45) Then they talk about the draft lottery results and Utah changing their names in the Mammoths (8:35) Then they talk about news with Eric Staal and the injury to Mark Jankowski (12:12). Then for the last part of the episode they recap Game 1 between the Capitals and Canes (19:04).
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Hurricanes vs Capitals Round 2 Playoff Preview (EP 278)
Both Sams first discuss the Rangers hiring Mike Sullivan as their head coach (3:42). Then they both give their thoughts on the other round 2 matchups (6:00). Then they discuss the Hurricanes with the Round 2 schedule, and news on Andersen's health and his new extension (11:42). For the last half of the episode the preview the Capitals and Hurricanes playoff series (20:40).
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