Carolina Hurricanes set to make major moves in 2025 NHL free agency | NHL News
The NHL offseason is almost here. As the 2025 Stanley Cup Final is about to begin, many teams are looking to improve. But one team is gaining attention for its bold plans. After another tough playoff run, they are ready to make big changes. Their general manager recently made strong comments that sparked a lot of interest. Now, fans are wondering what moves this team will make next.
Carolina Hurricanes aim to spend big after playoff exit
Following the Eastern Conference Final defeat on May 27, 2025, Carolina Hurricanes general manager Eric Tulsky met with the media at PNC Arena in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tulsky unveiled the team’s summer strategy during the presentation.He said, “If there’s any chance to get better, we’re going to take it.” Tulsky added that the team has full approval to spend money to improve the roster.Carolina has a strong group of players already. But they have extra salary cap space going into the 2025–26 season. The NHL salary cap is expected to be $92.4 million. Tulsky said the Hurricanes are ready to use their space wisely.“There’s no guarantee we can find ways to spend all that money,” Tulsky said. “But we’re going to spend all summer trying.”This comment showed that Carolina is serious about signing new talent. The Hurricanes have lost in the Eastern Conference Final two years in a row. Now, they want to break through and win the Stanley Cup.Also Read: Insider reveals Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Blackhawks preparing massive offers for Mitch Marner
Eric Tulsky says Carolina Hurricanes want to win now and later
Eric Tulsky made it clear that winning is the main goal. “Our goal is to win a Cup,” he said. “And our goal is to win more Cups after that and keep going.”He said the team wants to stay strong for many seasons. “We’re trying to build a team that can compete year after year,” Tulsky told the media. “But competing isn’t enough. We want to win.”As of now, Tulsky has not said which players the team is targeting. But with money to spend and a strong base of players, the Hurricanes could be one of the busiest teams in this free agency period.This summer, all eyes will be on Carolina to see what they do next.
