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Hello Bunch of Jerks! Welcome to the Caniac Report as your hosts Sam Wallace and Andrew Miller, 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!
Is Frederick Andersen Becoming a Concern?! (EP 339)
In this episode both Sam and Andrew first discuss a couple of extensions with Matheson and McDonaugh (2:56). Then they discuss some news with the Hurricanes on the injury front and interesting decisions made at practice (11:40). For the last part of the episode Sam and Andrew recap the brutal lost against the Leafs (26:39).
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The Hurricanes are Riding the Bus! (EP 338)
In this episode Sam and Andrew get straight into talking about the Hurricanes with Staal being out with a bug and other players' statuses as well (2:42). Then they get to recapping the games since the last episode with the lost against the Rangers (12:57). Sam and Andrew then discuss the Hurricanes big win and Jarvis' hat trick against Winnipeg (23:42). For the last part they recap the messy win against Calgary (38:03).
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Hurricanes Bench Nikishin: Explained (EP 337)
Sam and Andrew first talk about the Colorado Avalanche with their ridiculous start (3:02). Then they talk about the Hurricanes with Chatfield being back in the lineup and the decision of Brind Amour scratching Nikishin (4:36). Then they discuss the news of Svechnikov possibly wanting to be traded around the start of the season (8:20). For the last part of the episode Sam and Andrew recap the Buffalo (17:30) and Winnipeg games (30:16).
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Sam and Andrew first discuss the only piece of news from around the league with the Adam Lowry extension (2:50). Then they discuss the Hurricanes with reacting to the fact that Chatfield could appear on this road trip. They also talk about who will be the healthy extra in a situation like that and the WRAL simulcasts (3:46). Then Andrew discusses his experience at the game against Boston (18:42). For the last half of the episode, they recap the games between Boston (21:26) and Minnesota (31:49).
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Canes Chaos: A Recap of Carolina’s Last Two Games (EP 335)
Sam and Andrew start the episode reacting to signings of Kampf and Kempe (3:08). Then they talk about the canes with Aho surpassing Brind'Amour in games played as a Hurricane to news on Chatfield and more (6:28). For the last half of the episode Sam and Andrew recap the win against Vancouver (17:15) and the OT lost against Edmonton (26:40).
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Stankoven Drops Gloves to Stand Up for Teammate in First-Ever NHL Fight (EP 334)
SORRY FOR THE SCRATCHING NOISE AGAIN
In this episode Sam and Andrew talk about a few things that have happened around the league. They discuss the Pinto extension, David Kampf situation, and the GM meetings (4:15). They then discuss the Hurricanes with Ghost being back in the lineup and Legault being out for a few months (14:07). For the last part of the episode, Sam and Andrew recap the lost against the Capitals (25:26).
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Carolina Hurricanes Stay Hot: Back-to-Back Wins Over Sabres and Leafs (EP 333)
In this episode Sam and Andrew talked about the scratching of Jordan Kyrou from the Blues and the big struggle the Rangers are having when playing at home (2:19). Then they talk about the canes with a few roster moves and updated news on the injury front (8:07). For the last part of the episode Sam and Andrew recap both the Buffalo game (18:48) and Toronto game (28:34).
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Reacting to the Pitlick's Hit on Chatfield! (EP 332)
Sam and Andrew first discuss the new stadium series announcement for 2027 along with Ovechkin hitting 900 goals (1:58). They then talk about the Hurricanes with Fensore being called down to Chicago, and K'Andre Miller being officially back from IR (6:22). For the last part of the episode Sam and Andrew recap both the Rangers (13:07) game and the Minnesota game (25:45).
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Do the Hurricanes Keep Brandon Bussi or No? (EP 331)
Sam and Andrew first discuss the only NHL news with the extension of Jakob Markstrom (2:15). Then they discuss the Canes with the good news on Seth Jarvis. They also talk about other canes news with sending Fensore down, Kochetkov's conditioning stint, and more (4:00). For the last half of the episode Sam and Andrew recap the lost against Boston ().
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Bradly Nadeau Scores his First Career NHL Goal!! (EP 330)
In this episode Sam and Andrew first discuss some massive extensions with Harley, Necas, & Cooley (2:36). Then they give an update on the injury front for the canes (7:12) and they give their own three stars of the month for the Hurricanes (11:18). For the last part of the episode, Sam and Andrew recap both Vegas game (15:28) and the New York Islanders game (25:33).
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Hurricanes Hold On to Beat the Avalanche Despite Injuries! (EP 329)
Sam and Andrew first discuss some NHL news with Carter Hart officially signing with Vegas and Kucherov getting 1,000 career points recently (1:56). Then They discuss and react to the big list of injuries the Hurricanes have and the call up of Bradly Nadeau (5:18). For the last part of the episode, Sam and Andrew recap the last games of this long road trip. They recap the crazy Colorado game first (14:55), then the lost against Dallas (29:14).
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Nikolaj Ehlers Get's his First Point as a Hurricane! (EP 328)
SORRY FOR THE POOR AUDIO QUALITY IN THIS EPISODE!
In this episode Sam and Andrew discuss some NHL news with Marchand's return to Boston, Rangers performance at home, and more (2:55). Then they discuss plenty of Hurricanes news with Joel Nystrom being brought up, Slavin being put on IR, Hurricanes deciding to wearing Whalers gear for the Colorado game, and more (9:40). For the last part of the episode, Sam and Andrew recap the lost against Vegas (24:53).
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Alexander Nikishin Get's his First NHL Goal (EP 327)
Sam and Andrew first start the episode out by looking at a few teams in the standings with surprisingly really good starts and really bad starts (2:16). Then they discuss some Hurricanes news with Jarvis and Staal hitting milestones, records, and more (7:37). Sam and Andrew then recap the wins against Anaheim (18:22) and Kings (31:00) games.
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Brandon Bussi Get's His First NHL Win with the Hurricanes (EP 326)
Sam and Andrew start the episode off with the Hudson extension, Carter Hart going to Vegas and more (1:40). Then they discuss the injury report for the Hurricanes with Slavin not making the road trip and Kochetkov getting put on IR (9:21). For the last half of the episode, they recap the win over the San Jose Sharks (15:47).
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Hurricanes Win After an Overturned Flyers Goal in OT?! (EP 325)
Sam and Andrew are back as they first start with some news around the league with Roslovic signing with the Oilers and Burns playing his 1500 games (1:55). Then they give an update on Kochetkov's injury and give their reaction to Slavin might being hurt as well (5:57). Sam and Andrew then recap the win over the Flyers (14:14) and give their expectations on this State Fair road trip (35:40).
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K'Andre Miller & The Hurricanes Win the Home Opener (EP 324)
Sam and Andrew first start off talking about some league news with the big extensions in Connor, McDavid, Eichel and more (2:25). Then they talk about the Hurricanes leading up to opening night with their new hashtag, William's selling his own chicken, and Doug Warf resigning as President (6:40). For the next part of the episode Andrew talks about his history of being a Hurricanes fan to becoming the new co-host of the podcast (19:07). Then both Sam and Andrew recap the home opener between the Hurricanes and Devils (24:25).
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The Hurricanes Top Three Questions Heading Into Opening Night (EP 323)
In this episode Sam discusses the signing of Luke Hughes along with the extensions of Gustavsson, Lacombe, and Mikkola (2:30). Sam then discusses about the Hurricanes signing Giavanni Smith and the announcement of not signing Hart and McLeod (7:45). He also recaps the Seth Jarvis episode that came out Friday along with the Hurricanes putting Primeau on waivers and claiming Brandon Bussi (10:43). For the last half of the episode Sam recaps the Predators game (18:22) and gives his top three questions heading into opening night (26:55).
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Why Did Bradly Nadeau Get Sent Down? w/ The Florida Caniac (EP 322)
In this episode Sam first discusses the biggest extension that was handed to Kirill Kaprizov (2:52). Then Sam recaps the Florida game (5:02) as a part of the Hurricanes news segment. Then Sam discusses the big roster moves the Canes made recently including sending Bradly Nadeau down to the minors (12:17). For the last part of this episode, Sam sits down and discusses the canes and hockey in North Carolina (18:33).
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Can Bradly Nadeau Make the Hurricanes Roster? (EP 321)
In this episode Sam discusses some recent signings and the current state of the Florida Panthers (3:10). Then he shifts gears with discussing the canes as they made their first roster cut Sunday (11:06). For the last part of the episode Sam recaps the Tampa game first (17:04) then ends with the Nashville game (27:22).
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Recapping the First Two Pre-Season Games (EP 320)
In this episode Sam first discuss some NHL news with new jerseys being released and Pietrangelo possibly coming back (2:50). Sam then talks about exciting news with the trailer coming out with the NHL documentary that Jarvis is on. He also talks about the minor injuries the Canes are dealing with and more (10:42). For the last part of the episode, Sam first recaps the Tampa Game (17:07) and ends with the Florida game (27:06).
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Carolina Hurricanes Season Preview 2025 (EP 319)
In this episode Sam discusses Anze Kopitar's retirement, Roslovic seeking a multi year deal, and more (2:52). Sam then discusses the Hurricanes with his thoughts on the pre-season starting along with some players dinged up with Slavin, Miller, and others (6:35). For the last part of the episode Sam does his official season preview of the Carolina Hurricanes (16:09).
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Taking a Look at the Foes of the Metros Part II (EP 318)
In this episode Sam first talks about JT Miller becoming the captain to reacting to some new jerseys being released by the Capitals and Red Wings (3:09). Sam then discusses the Hurricanes with recaping the last game of the prospect showcase tournament (5:37). Then he talks about some rumors with Kaprizov possibly coming to Carolina along with Michael McLeod (8:24). Sam then ends this segment discussing the 1st day of training camp. For the last part of the episode, he analyzes the rest of the metropolitan divisional teams starting with the New York Rangers (16:30), then the Islanders (20:50) and the Capitals (25:40) and ends...
Taking a Look at the Foes of the Metros Part I (EP 317)
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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