Carolina Hurricanes

CanesCast

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CanesCast is the official long-form podcast of the Carolina Hurricanes. Hosted by Play-By-Play voice Mike Maniscalco and Broadcast Analyst Shane Willis, CanesCast brings you the inside scoop on the Hurricanes with exclusive interviews, analysis, and more.

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Carolina Hurricanes

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jun 19, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 132: Return to Pod 20.07.2020

And we're back! After four months away, Mike and Michael have a lot to chat about on this episode of CanesCast. Return to play, hub cities, training camp, qualifiers, playoffs. We break it all down and look ahead to what should be an exciting postseason for the Canes and the NHL. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Missed It Notebook: Assessing the Fi...

Episode 131: Staying at Home 30.03.2020

John Forslund is healthy and free from quarantine, and he joins the pod for an extended chat about his two weeks in isolation, his perspective on the pause and his prognosis for the months ahead. Mike and Michael then gab with Alexa, examine Leonardo DiCaprio's filmography and answer listener questions. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Missed It Ch...

Episode 130: Time and Space 23.03.2020

It's a double dose of guests on this week's episode of the pod! First up is an extended Marty Minute with Jordan Martinook, who checks in from Canada and chats about how he's been keeping busy. Then, we hear from Head Strength & Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston on how he's developed individual workout programs during the pause. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing...

Episode 129: Pressing Pause 16.03.2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Hockey League has paused the 2019-20 season. What does that mean? How are the Hurricanes affected? Where do we go from here? President and General Manager Don Waddell joins Mike and Michael to offer as much clarity as possible on a fluid and unprecedented situation. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Missed...

Episode 128: Road Trippin' 09.03.2020

While the Canes are in the midst of a five-game road trip, television analyst Tripp Tracy joins Mike and Michael to chat about his hockey career, his parents' influence and his approach to broadcasting. Tripp details his go-to Taco Bell order and recounts some seemingly too-good-to-be-true celebrity encounters. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Miss...

Episode 127: Leaping Ahead 02.03.2020

It's the calm before the storm for the Canes, who have a frantic March schedule ahead. Mike and Michael preview the upcoming road trip and are joined on the pod by NHL.com writer Mike Morreale , who offers his perspective on the Canes and how they stack up in the ultra-competitive Metropolitan Division down the stretch. Plus, listener questions! CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friend...

Episode 126: Big Save Dave 26.02.2020

Get ready! It's an action-packed episode of the pod. Canes legend Dave Ayres, who made memories to last a lifetime in his unlikely NHL debut, swings by to discuss his whirlwind experience. Plus, Vice President of Hockey Operations Paul Krepelka breaks down the ins and outs of a busy trade deadline day at 1400 Edwards Mill Road. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing ....

Episode 125: Moms in Music City 19.02.2020

It was definitely a Nashville party for the Canes and their moms. Alyssa Pesce and Denise Williams join the podcast to chat everything Moms' Trip, from meeting new moms to sharing a unique experience with their sons. Plus, we're taking it outside. Mike and Michael weigh in on the big news of the week that the Canes will host a Stadium Series outdoor game in February 2021. CanesCast is presented by...

Episode 124: Crispy 12.02.2020

The Hurricanes are back in Raleigh after a four-game road trip, and Mike and Michael bring you a midweek special of the pod to recap it all, from two come-from-behind wins to analyzing how the team can improve its starts. We crack open some Storm Brews to answer listener questions and taste test a few Scottish delicacies. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Ca...

Episode 123: Super Monday 03.02.2020

It's a Super Monday edition of the pod with the Canes back in action after an extended break. Mike and Michael have returned from vacation to dissect the two games since, look ahead to a four-game road trip and answer your questions. Crispy! CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Missed It Recap: Canes Top Canucks in Shootout Recap: Canes Push Late But F...

Episode 122: Growing the Game 27.01.2020

Hurricanes Girls' and Women's Youth and Amateur Hockey Specialist Alyssa Gagliardi sits down with Mike and Michael to chat about her new role with the team, her hockey playing career and the road ahead for a professional women's hockey league. Gagliardi describes her playing style, looks to Billie Jean King for inspiration and weighs in on donuts. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our frie...

Episode 121: All-Star Defense 20.01.2020

Jaccob Slavin makes his first podcast appearance to chat about his first (and well-deserved) NHL All-Star selection. Mike and Michael crack open some Storm Brews to analyze the ramifications of Dougie Hamilton's injury, discuss the triumphant return of Justin Williams and answer your questions. Plus, it's our spoiler-filled review of "The Rise of Skywalker" (begins at 1:16:00). CanesCast is presen...

Episode 120: Freewill 13.01.2020

Justin Williams is back with the Hurricanes and back on the podcast. In an extended interview, the three-time Stanley Cup champion discusses how he stayed busy away from the rink, what factored into his decision to return, how he enjoyed life as a fan and much more. Mike and Michael then dive into what Williams' return means for the Canes in the second half of the season. CanesCast is presented by...

Episode 119: Czeching In 06.01.2020

The Hurricanes had five prospects participating in the 2020 IIHF World Junior Championship, and Director of Player Personnel Darren Yorke checks in with his impressions after returning from the tournament in Czech Republic. Mike and Michael recap the last week in Canes hockey and offer their mid-season assessments. Plus, listener questions! CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at...

Episode 118: A Very Dougie New Year 30.12.2019

Hey now, Dougie Hamilton is an All-Star, and he joins the podcast to chat about being named to the Metropolitan Division All-Star squad. Mike and Michael reminisce on the year and decade that was for the Hurricanes. Plus, listener questions! CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Missed It Dougie Hamilton Named to NHL All-Star Game Teravainen Nominated f...

Episode 117: The Rise of the Canes 23.12.2019

The Canes put together a historic road trip, capturing nine of a possible 10 points on their five-game trek for the first time in franchise history. Mike and Michael were along for the ride and break it all down. Plus, Elf on the Shelf Sebastian Aho joins the podcast, and Jordan Martinook is back with a fresh Marty Minute. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In C...

Episode 116: A Chat With Paul Krepelka 16.12.2019

Hurricanes Vice President of Hockey Operations Paul Krepelka sits down to chat with Mike and Michael about his playing days, his time as an agent and his subsequent transition to team management. Krepelka recounts Jordan Staal's wedding day, shares deep thoughts with Maniscalco and pitches new charity ideas. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Missed...

Episode 115: Something's Brewing 09.12.2019

The Hurricanes won two big games at home before they embark on a five-game road trip to Western Canada and Colorado. Mike and Michael run through it all and answer listener questions. Plus, with National Lager Day on Tuesday, Dec. 10, we've got something brewing. CanesCast is presented by Storm Brew from our friends at R&D Brewing . In Case You Missed It Recap: Aho, Canes Tame Wild The Road to Wak...

Episode 114: Charging Into December 02.12.2019

The Hurricanes charged into the last month of the calendar year with a rebound win in Tampa on Saturday. Mike and Michael recap the Thanksgiving week of games before taking on Big Cereal and chatting about food and entertainment in New York. In Case You Missed It Recap: Canes Hold On to Defeat Lightning Recap: Canes Blanked by Rinne, Predators Where Do the Canes Land in the Power Rankings on Thank...

Episode 113: Giving Thanks 26.11.2019

Time to feast! On episode 113 of CanesCast, there's much to give thanks about. Mike and Michael explore how the Hurricanes reached the 15-win mark before Thanksgiving. What should the team be thankful for? What are we thankful for? Plus, the return of the Marty Minute! In Case You Missed It Recap: Reimer, Canes Shut Out Red Wings Recap: Canes Score Four Unanswered Goals, Beat Panthers Hockey Fight...

Episode 112: Milestone-y-ish 20.11.2019

With wins in Buffalo, Minnesota and Chicago, the Canes swept a regular-season road trip of at least three games for the first time in franchise history, and we're feeling "milestone-y-ish," as head coach Rod Brind'Amour said. Mike and Michael recap the road trip and dive in to listener questions. In Case You Missed It Tweetmail No. 229: Numbers, Off Days & Waivers Recap: Canes Hold On in Chicago t...

Episode 111: Hip Hip Jorge 12.11.2019

Jorge Alves – Marine, Canes equipment manager and NHL goaltender – joins episode 111 of the podcast. TV's Mike Maniscalco is back (for real!) with Michael to break down how the Canes halted their four-game skid with a dominant victory over Ottawa. Plus, listener questions! In Case You Missed It Alves Lives Out Dream With Hurricanes Recap: Canes Storm Past Senators Recap: Sens Score Three in First...

Episode 110: Keep Pounding 04.11.2019

On the heels of a four-game homestand, the Hurricanes spent their Sunday in Charlotte cheering on the Panthers. We've got tales from that excursion, plus Mike (doing well, by the way) and Michael recap the week on the ice. And how about that Star Wars trailer? In Case You Missed It Recap: Canes Drop Final Game of Homestand to Devils Recap: Canes Fly Past Red Wings Breaking Down Andrei Svechnikov's...

Episode 109: One Step at a Time 28.10.2019

TV's Mike Maniscalco is on the road to recovery, and he returns to CanesCast to provide a post-surgery update and thank everyone for their well-wishes during the last two weeks. Mike and Michael then dive into the latest on the ice with the Canes. In Case You Missed It Update on Broadcaster Mike Maniscalco Recap: Canes Blank Blackhawks Recap: Canes Settle for Point in Columbus Tweetmail No. 226: D...

Episode 108: The Guy Behind the Guy 14.10.2019

It's time for the Canes to head west. What goes into coordinating the logistics for a three-game road trip through California? Vice President of Communications and Team Services Mike Sundheim joins the podcast to answer this question and pull back the curtain on his role with the team. Plus, Mike and Michael answer listener questions. In Case You Missed It Canes Recall Gibbons from Charlotte Recap...

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