The SurgeCast

Pyotr Kochetkov makes history for the Carolina Hurricanes as he breaks the record for the longest win streak to start a season in franchise history AND the longest winning streak by a goalie in franchise history. As always, likes & dislikes from the Canes wins vs. Columbus and Winnipeg. Included in this episode, we’ll have our reactions to the new Hometown Remix Jerseys that were released today. Finally, we look ahead to the Hurricanes only trip to Nashville this season to take on the Predators. All that and more right here on The Surgecast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Alexander Nikishin has returned to practice with the Carolina Hurricanes after signing his 1 year contract. We still await his game return, but we hear from the Russian defenseman on signing his 1 year deal. Also in this episode, we have our likes & dislikes from the Hurricanes 2-1 win vs. the Boston Bruins, including Pyotr Kochetkov's 8th win of the season to remain undefeated and Nic Deslauriers’ massive tilt. We look ahead with our game previews for upcoming home games vs. the Columbus Blue Jackets and Winnipeg Jets. All that and more here on The SurgeCast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Hurricanes return to the Lenovo Center following the completion of their 5 game state fair road trip. We’ll recap the last two games of the trip vs. Edmonton and St. Louis with our recurring Likes & Dislikes segment, which includes the return of Seth Jarvis to the Canes lineup. We provide an update on Alexander Nikishin’s expected return after signing a 1 year deal to remain with the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday as well as Taylor Hall being activated from IR. Finally, we’ll look ahead to the first game back home at the Lenovo Center vs. the Boston Bruins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Alexander Niksihin Saga has briefly ended as the Hurricanes announced they have extended the defenseman to a 1 year, $3M contract extension through the remainder of the 2026-2027. In this emergency podcast, we break down what this means for the future of Alexander Nikshin with the Carolina Hurricanes, and how Nikishin can help the Canes win back-to-back Stanley Cups. All that and more on The SurgeCast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Carolina Hurricanes 7 game win streak has been snapped by the Calgary Flames. We’ll get into our likes and dislikes from Winnipeg, Calgary, and Vancouver including Mark Jankowski’s 6 game goal streak and Nic Deslauriers’ 2 goal game vs. Vancouver. We’ll provide an update on the list of injuries that continues to grow for the Hurricanes as Seth Jarvis has been activated and is expected to make his season debut. To round up the episode, we have game previews as the Canes conclude their 5 game state fair road trip vs. Connor McDavid in Edmonton and finish things off in St. Louis. All that and more here on The SurgeCast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Carolina Hurricanes have won 5 straight games after taking down Vancouver, Chicago, and Philadelphia. As always, we have our likes & dislikes which include Logan Stankoven’s hat trick vs. Vancouver and Mark Jankowski’s four game goal streak. Looking ahead, Alex Ovechkin makes his final appearance in Raleigh as the Hurricanes face the Washington Capitals on Tuesday. What will an early-season rematch vs. the NHL’s all-time goal scorer bring for the Canes? All that and more on another edition of The SurgeCast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Carolina Hurricanes have won their second straight game after taking down the Montreal Canadiens 6-4 in an Eastern Conference Finals rematch. As always, we have our likes & dislikes which include Sebastian Aho continuing to remain on fire, while Brandon Bussi appears shaky to begin the new season. We’ll also hear from Rod Brind’Amour post-game on the officiating to begin the season. Looking ahead, we preview a few Western Conference teams that await the Canes in the Vancouver Canucks and Chicago Blackhawks before the first rematch of the season vs. Philadelphia. All that and more on another edition of The SurgeCast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Carolina Hurricanes pick up their 1st win of the season vs. the Philadelphia Flyers. We break down our biggest likes and dislikes from the Washington and Philadelphia games from Sebastian Aho, to Brandon Bussi and Pyotr Kochetkov. What does the Locker Room rock mean?Will we ever find out? Plus, we preview the Montreal Canadiens game in an Eastern Conference Finals rematch vs. Cole Caufield & Co. All that and more on another edition of The SurgeCast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Carolina Hurricanes raised their 2026 Stanley Cup Championship Banner vs the Florida Panthers. Unfortunately for the Canes, Florida prevailed 1-0 in OT. We break down what the Pyotr Kochetkov extension and Cayden Primeau waiver move means for the Canes in net. We look ahead to the next two matchups for Carolina vs. Washington and Philadelphia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Hurricanes are set to raise their 2026 Stanley Cup Championship Banner vs. the Florida Panthers this upcoming Tuesday, September 29th. Kat & Rich preview the matchup, as well as break down the pre-season action between the two teams. Are there any spots available for Bradly Nadeau? And how do you watch the Canes play on the Hurricanes Hockey Network? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Alexander Nikishin requested a trade at the end of the season and the request still stands as of Monday's reporting per Pierre LeBrun. The Canes released a statement today that all but marks the end of the Nikishin era in Raleigh. While one era ends, another continues as Jordan Staal signed a 1 year contract extension thru the 2027-2028 season. Also in this episode, we give our Over/Under predictions for the Carolina Hurricanes in 2026-27. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Our Annual NHL Metro Division Predictions episode where we go from 8-1 to predict where teams will finish the 2026-2027 season in the division. We also break down some signings for the Hurricanes and where they fit in the roster. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Hurricanes Hockey Network has been announced as the new home of Carolina Hurricanes games. It has been announced the entire team will be back (Mike, Tripp, Hannah, Shane) and they will be streamed on Prime Video. Alexander Nikishin has yet to sign, but this has happened before with the Canes. And where does Connor Hellebuyck's public trade request leave the Canes in the sweepstakes? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Who are the Top 4 Carolina Hurricanes of All-Time? We share our Mount Rushmore of Hurricanes. Note: This is a post-relocation draft after the Hurricanes relocated to North Carolina. This does not take into account any stats/affiliation with the Hartford Whalers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Alexander Nikishin's contract extension is still looming, so Kat & Rich dive into the possibility of another Martin Necas situation. And from one man's future to another - how much longer will Rod Brind'Amour coach the Carolina Hurricanes. The episode concludes with a snake draft of the best Canes moments from the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Hurricanes 2026-2027 Schedule has been released and we're here to break it all down! Kat & Rich share their Top 5 games of Carolina's season, the stretch of games they believe will be the most difficult for the defending Stanley Cup Champs, as well as the stretch games they are most looking forward to. We deep dive into the decision for Opening Night vs. Florida to be played at 5pm on a Tuesday. And of course we talk about why there are so many Dundons on the Stanley Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Kat + Rich are back to discuss Freddie Andersen heading to Edmonton and where that leaves the Canes goaltending. Alexander Nikishin continues to be in trade rumors, but will Eric Tulsky pull the trigger? Or could Tulsky be looking at an even bigger move such as offer sheeting Connor Bedard or Adam Fantilli? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Hurricanes offseason has officially begun. Will Nikishin be paid $8 Million plus? What are the Canes plans with John Carlson? Could Eric Tulsky offer sheet a young star? Kat & Rich break down a quiet day 1 of Free Agency from the Canes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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After winning the 2026 Stanley Cup, the Canes are on the quest to repeat again. However, will Eric Tulsky look to keep the same team, or will he look to upgrade? Kat & Rich also break down the Canes parade in downtown Raleigh and ask why Rod Brind'Amour still is not in the Hall of Fame. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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