Locked On Hurricanes - Daily Podcast On The Carolina Hurricanes

While the Carolina Hurricanes took a 2-0 lead in the first period, they ultimately lost Game 1, 5-4, to the Vegas Golden Knights. Despite the loss, the Hurricanes showed that they can beat these guys. Once they clean up the small mistakes, the Hurricanes will take some games from Vegas as the series goes on. What stood out in Game 1 to give the sense that the Hurricanes have a solid chance to even...

It's finally here, Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. Who will come out on top in the end as the 2026 Stanley Cup Champions? It's a special crossover edition as we discuss all things Stanley Cup Final hockey. On the Stanley Cup Final Crossover Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach joins Chris from Locked On Golden Knights as the guys discuss the big storylines heading into the final round of the 202...

The Carolina Hurricanes are now four wins away from winning their second Stanley Cup in franchise history. Before Game 1 on Tuesday in Raleigh, what has the journey done to get them ready for this moment? What has stood out through the 13 games as the Hurricanes look to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on h...

The Carolina Hurricanes are heading back to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006! They defeated the Montreal Canadiens 6-1 in Game 5 to punch their ticket for the first time in 20 years! What stood out in the win, and what does it mean for the team, franchise, and everyone? On the Eastern Conference Final Saturday Special Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by shar...

The Carolina Hurricanes are on the brink of making the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in 20 years. Heading into Game 5, they have a 3-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference Final for their first chance to advance to the ultimate dance since 2006. That said, what do they need to do to accomplish something that's been a long road since that fateful night in 2006? On the Friday Edition of Lock...

The Carolina Hurricanes are one win away from reaching the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006. They utterly dominated the Montreal Canadiens in Game 4, shutting them out 4-0. From puck drop, it was all Hurricanes as they controlled all facets of the game. That being said, what stood out in the win? On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his th...

The Carolina Hurricanes are looking to take a 3-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference Final on Wednesday night at the Bell Centre. After winning Game 3 on Monday night in overtime, can they do it again and take both games on the road? What do they need to do to secure the win and be one step closer to the Stanley Cup Final? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show b...

The Carolina Hurricanes take a 2-1 series lead after winning ANOTHER game 3-2 in overtime. This time, it was Andrei Svechnikov with the overtime heroics for his second goal of the playoffs. What stood out in a wild Game 3 that saw goals taken off the board and multiple questionable penalty calls and non-calls? Also, how does this win give the Hurricanes all the momentum in the series heading into...

The Carolina Hurricanes tied the Eastern Conference Final by winning Game 2 Saturday night, 3-2 in overtime! What a game from Nikolaj Ehlers, who was the hero with the overtime game-winning goal. What stood out in the win, and how can the Hurricanes take a 2-1 series lead on Monday night's Game 3? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Hu...

Game 1 did not go the way the Carolina Hurricanes expected, as they lost 6-2 in a rout at the hands of the Montreal Canadiens. Of the five goals given up by Frederik Andersen, none can be attributed to him. That said, what went wrong for the Hurricanes? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on how Game 1 went for the Hurricanes. When it comes d...

It's an Eastern Conference Final Gameday for the Carolina Hurricanes as they take on the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 on Thursday night. After almost two weeks of waiting, it's go time. Zach is joined by Hurricanes play-by-play and CanesCast co-host Mike Maniscalco to preview Game 1 and the ECF as a whole. On the Thursday Eastern Conference Final Crossover Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach & M...

It's finally here, the Eastern Conference Final Crossover Special with Laura from Locked On Canadiens. Zach and Laura preview the upcoming series between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Montreal Canadiens. How did both teams make it to the ECF, and who can make a difference as both teams look to punch their ticket to the Stanley Cup Final? On the Wednesday Eastern Conference Final Crossover Editio...

At long last, the Eastern Conference Final is set. The Carolina Hurricanes will take on the Montreal Canadiens for the third time in the playoffs since relocation. While the 2025-26 regular season stats don't matter, what can the Hurricanes learn from those games and make adjustments to get the series win and move on to the Stanley Cup Final? It's a preview before the crossover series preview! On...

While we do know when Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final will be for the Carolina Hurricanes, we don't know who they'll be facing. That said, regardless of who they face, what are the early thoughts on the Hurricanes heading into their third conference final appearance in four seasons? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on how this is th...

While the Carolina Hurricanes are still waiting for their Eastern Conference Final opponent, let's discuss early Conn Smythe Favorites. Not only do the Hurricanes have a case for the Conn Smythe, but they have four players who are giving reasons they could be favorites. On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on Frederik Andersen being a Smythe f...

As we wait for the Carolina Hurricanes' next opponent in the Eastern Conference Final, let's talk about the first two rounds of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News joins to give his thoughts on Round 1 & 2, plus what he's looking for in the ECF for the Hurricanes. On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach & Ryan begin the show by discussing what's been the big...

The Carolina Hurricanes signed Charlie Cerrato to a 3-year, entry-level contract on Tuesday. What does it mean for both sides, and is it a win-win deal? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Cerrato ELC and what it means for the Hurricanes. How does Cerrato fit into the Hurricanes' system after having two stellar seasons at Penn State...

The Carolina Hurricanes are still getting the "cakewalk" narrative, even after going 8-0 to begin the playoffs. Why don't they ever get the credit they deserve? On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on how the Hurricanes are still not getting the respect they deserve after sweeping the Ottawa Senators and the Philadelphia Flyers. The usual nar...

The Carolina Hurricanes punched their ticket to the Eastern Conference Final for the second straight playoffs, and third time in four seasons. What stood out in Game 4 and Round 2 as the Hurricanes' stay undefeated through two rounds of the playoffs. On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on how the Hurricanes punched their ticket to their third...

The Carolina Hurricanes take a 3-0 stranglehold on their Round 2 matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers, winning 4-1 in Game 3. Between Frederik Andersen, the special teams, and a total team win, what does it mean for the Canes as they are one step closer to another sweep and the Eastern Conference Final? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts...

After a couple of days off, Game 3 for the Carolina Hurricanes is finally upon us. The Hurricanes look to take a 3-0 stranglehold on the series against the Philadelphia Flyers. While they did win Game 2 in a comeback, what do they need to do to win Game 3? That said, what are the storylines heading into Thursday's game? On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by shari...

The Carolina Hurricanes are 2-0 in Round 2 and are 6-0 in the playoffs. That said, what are the three main takeaways about the Hurricanes through two games of Round 2? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on how, analytically, the Hurricanes have been a better team. The numbers are proving why the Hurricanes should be up in the series like...

The Carolina Hurricanes take a 2-0 series lead after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 in overtime. It was the first time in all the playoffs that the Hurricanes had to come back from behind. In the end, they came back from 2-0 down to secure the win. What stood out in the game? On the Tuesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on Game 2 as a whole. F...

The Carolina Hurricanes take a 1-0 series lead after winning 3-0 against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday night. The second line dominates again, and Frederik Andersen continues to play lights-out hockey. What stood out in the win? What should we expect for Game 2? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Hurricanes' Game 1 shutout win....

As we wait for the Round 2 schedule between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Philadelphia Flyers, let's discuss all things surrounding both teams. From the regular season to the playoffs and more. This time, we have a special guest. On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach is joined by The Athletic & North State Journal's Cory Lavalette as both guys give their thoughts on the Hurricanes'...