All Entries in the "Ron Francis" Category
Q&A with Mike Murphy
This is part three of a four part series of interviews taken with Hurricanes prospects after practice on Thursday, July 10th.
Mike Murphy was selected by the Hurricanes in the 6th round of this year’s draft with the 165th overall pick. He played as goalie for the Belleville Bulls of the OHL and had a career [...]
Carolina Hurricanes Prospect Conditioning Camp - Preview
The “Young Guns” of the Carolina Hurricanes organization are in town this week to take part in the annual conditioning camp for prospects. During the camp, which is officially running from July 9th to the 12th, the players will learn new physical training techniques, have media training, learn proper eating habits, and will be [...]
I Heard it Through The Grapevine - Trade Rumors Galore
This is the time of year for rumors, and there are new beauties everyday. It’s known by everyone that the Carolina Hurricanes are in need of a defenseman or two, so of course the Canes are a big part of the ever-churning rumor mill themselves. But what is a legit rumor and what [...]
Back in the Saddle Again - Jason Karmanos Rejoins Hurricanes
It was announced this morning that Jason Karmanos returned to the Carolina Hurricanes and was named Executive Director of Hockey Operations. Karmanos had previously served as Assistant General Manager, a post that Ron Francis holds now.
According to General Manager Jim Rutherford, the duo will be sharing duties and there is plenty of work [...]
Minute by Minute - Quick Hit News
The news is changing every minute, so let’s try to get caught up and review a few headlines…..
Good Luck Sami!
It was announced yesterday that ex-Whalers, Canes, and Flyers, Sami Kapanen was retiring from the NHL. Sami will be playing for his own team in Finland next year.
It was a joy to watch Kapanen [...]
Stay - Samsonov Re-ups For 3 Years
One player who undoubtedly will be returning next year for the Carolina Hurricanes is Sergei Samsonov. Carolina General Manager, Jim Rutherford wasted no time in re-signing the talented and skilled Russian winger who scored 32 points in 38 games after he was picked up off waivers by the Canes about half way through [...]
Power to the People - Canes Work the Powerplay
I did make it out to practice today and the team was working long and hard on the powerplay. First, they practiced carrying the puck into the zone and setting things up. (dumping it in the zone was not an option.) Then in a separate drill, they practiced moving the puck around [...]
Brief News for a Slow Afternoon
The aftershock of last night’s fiasco is starting to wear off and reality is setting in. Not only do the Hurricanes have the lowest rated penalty kill in the league, they now have allowed more short-handed goals than any other team in the league. Special teams are more important than ever in today’s [...]
Don’t Look Back - Hurricanes 1, Bruins 0
The Carolina Hurricanes competed in another 1-0 game, but this time ended up on the winning side. Cam Ward out-dueled Boston Bruins goalie Tim Thomas and with the help of a very stingy defense, shut out the home team. Eric Staal netted the lone goal, and almost had 2 more. Staal has [...]
In and Out of Love
Just when you thought things were quiet on the Hurricanes front, a possible mini storm brews up! There was a recent announcement this morning that Tom Barrasso will be replacing Greg Stefan as the team’s goaltending coach! Apparently, Stefan will be taking over the coaching duties at Plymouth. Barrasso will [...]
Cheap Shot
The Philadelphia Flyers are in town to play the Hurricanes tonight, and I would be remiss if I didn’t say the words “cheap shot” in the same breath as “Flyers”. What is it with these guys? Scott Hartnell, whom I’ve already lambasted on this blog for being the most over-paid agitator in [...]
Big Shot
The Toronto Maple Leafs are supposedly looking for a “big shot” to take over for struggling general manager, John Ferguson. Some of the names mentioned as possible replacements include, Mark Messier, Steve Yzerman, and Ron Francis. Personally, I don’t think that Francis would accept that position, but I guess you never [...]
Third Stone From The Sun
The third period was the charm last night for the Hurricanes as they beat the Lightning 4-3 in an exciting game at the RBC. After falling behind 3-1 and playing one of their worst periods of the year in the second, (3 shots on goal), they came out of the locker room and opened [...]
Ron Francis Hockey Hall of Fame Tribute
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Former Carolina Hurricanes captain and current Assistant General Manager, Ron Francis is being officially inducted into the hockey hall of Fame tonight. He’ll be joined by Mark Messier, Scott Stevens, and Al MacInnis, all worthy Hall of Fame candidates in their own right. While we offer congratulations to all 4 inductees, Canes [...]
No Surprises
The Carolina Hurricanes announced this afternoon that Ron Francis would be the new Assistant General Manager for the team, taking over for Jason Karmanos who just resigned last week. Francis had been working as the Director of Player Development for the team. The move comes as no surprise since Francis had recently [...]
Who’s Next
While today’s post title isn’t a song title, it is the title of one of the greatest rock albums of all time so I think it will suffice. Besides, it’s fits my topic better! The question of the moment is, who should the Canes hire to replace the recently “retiring”, Jason Karmanos? [...]
Riding the Storm Out
Yesterday, the topic of discussion here at Canes Country was about how sports coverage was expanding in the area. We posed a couple of questions as to how the current media would handle the sudden growth and competition. For instance, it’s been reported that Mark Roberts will be hosting a new Canes [...]
You Wanted the Best
The best of the best will be selected for the Hockey Hall of Fame on Thursday! The selection committee will also make the public announcement of their selections in Toronto later that day. For a complete listing of first year eligible players and other information, check out this site. The induction ceremony itself [...]
The Best of What’s Around
Carolina management is meeting this week to discuss various team needs, the draft, and to see if they can agree on who they should target during next month’s free agent feeding frenzy which starts on July 1st. They obviously will be looking at the “best of what’s around” out there, especially concerning their dire [...]
Feeling Stronger Everyday
Ex-Hurricane and current Islander, Sean Hill was shockingly suspended yesterday for the next 20 games for use of a banned performance enhancing substance. Since the Islanders were just eliminated from the playoffs last night, the unpaid suspension will carry forward to next year. The following is taken from Luke DeCock and Lord Stanley’s [...]
Shot of Laughter
On Friday the 13th, the funniest guy in the Hurricane’s dressing room signed a deal to remain with the team. Number 13 on the program, Ray “The Wizard” Whitney agreed to terms with the Canes on a contract that will pay him 3.55 million a year for the next 3 years. The [...]
Hells Bells
The Devils are in town to take on the Canes and they aren’t in a good mood. They lost to the Penguins 3-0 last night and both John Madden and Patrik Elias left the game early with undisclosed injuries. Will they play tonight? Caniacs wouldn’t mind if they decided to [...]
The Kids are Alright
Sid the Kid comes to the RBC tonight with his young friends, Jordan Staal, Evgeni Malkin, Marc-Andre Fleury, Ryan Malone, and Ryan Whitney. Some older friends will join him as well which include, Mark Recchi, Sergei Gonchar, and Gary Roberts. Don’t forget the bad guys, Brooks Orpik, Colby Armstrong, and now Georges [...]
I’m Your Captain
Captain Rod Brind’Amour scored his 1,000th career point Saturday night and the Carolina Hurricanes had their first 3rd period come from behind victory this year in Ottawa, beating the Sens 3-2.  The Canes ability to come from behind was proven over and over again last year but was in question so far this year. Saturday night they started [...]
