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Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars- Seth Jarvis returned to the lineup and scored, and Canes fans got catharsis in the return of Mikko Rantanen. Also, they discuss the possible return of Robert Hunt for the Carolina Panthers in their Wild Card matchup with the Rams.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Dallas Stars, which includes Mikko Rantanen's return to Raleigh. How will each team handle the emotions of his return? Also, they touch on NC State vs. Boston College and Duke vs. Louisville.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers, and their preparation for the team's first playoff game in eight seasons. Will Carolina come out with reckless abandon like Leroy Jenkins? Also, they provide the latest updates on the transfer portal in college football.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 3-1 road win over the New Jersey Devils, snapping a three-game losing skid. Also, they go over the latest updates from the first 48 hours of the transfer portal in college football.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers qualifying for their first playoff berth in eight seasons, by way of the Falcons defeating the Saints in the final week of the regular season. Can Carolina rise to the opportunity, or are they here too early? Also, they break down the full NFL playoff picture, and give their predictions on who will make it to the Super Bowl.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to catch up on NC State football's transfer portal situation, as well as the basketball team's status as ACC play begins in earnest. Also, Trinidad Chambliss leading Ole Miss over Georgia as one of many CFP upsets earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap another game of defensive issues for the Carolina Hurricanes, resulting in a 7-5 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Also, they discuss the task at hand for the Carolina Panthers, as they look to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2017 season.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists, including Torry Holt and Luke Kuechly, before diving into the Carolina Panthers. After the Falcons gifted the Panthers somewhat of an insurance policy, which Carolina team will we see on Saturday? Also, Jackson Blake's first career OT winner for the Carolina Hurricanes earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Perform...

To kick off the final show of 2025, Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the injured Carolina Hurricanes' 3-2 overtime win over the New York Rangers. Also, they discuss the potential of a Tiger Woods comeback on his 50th birthday.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' upcoming matchup with the New York Rangers, one of the best road teams in the NHL, as part of a crucial stretch of games. Also, Derrick Henry's monster game in Green Bay earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' week 17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, in which the offense was stymied and execution errors cost Carolina dearly. Also, they take a look around the ACC at the unofficial midway point of bowl season.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' upcoming matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers- which Panthers team will we see on Sunday? The one that beat the Packers and the Rams, or the one that lost to the Saints twice? Also, another ludicrous game from Luka Doncic earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.  Programming note: due to the holidays, o...

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview a day full of college football action, including NC State facing Memphis in the Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl, and Alabama heading to Oklahoma for the first round of the CFP. Also, they look ahead to the Carolina Hurricanes' back-to-back in Florida against the Panthers and Lightning.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Brian Murphy, WRAL investigative reporter, to preview the release of "Coaching Carolina: The Belichick Way." The documentary will provide an in-depth look at Bill Belichick's first year in Chapel Hill. Also, Paul McNeil Jr.'s three-point barrage earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance(s) of the Night. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss Will Wade's strong comments after NC State basketball's 107-72 win over Texas Southern. Wade says his team is a bit too casual with nothing but high-major opponents left on the schedule. Also, the Carolina Hurricanes extended their win streak to five in a row with a 4-1 win in Nashville. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Pride, to break down all things NC State on a Wolfpack Wednesday, including an upcoming bowl game, the annual Heritage basketball game in Reynolds, and falling just short of a national title in soccer. Also, TCU's teammates with triple-doubles earn the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance(s) of the Night. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes opening up a three-game road trip against the Nashville Predators, which includes a discussion about Nikolaj Ehlers, as well as the current goaltending situation. Also, they recap a couple of home wins for Duke and UNC basketball.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Phillip Pilkington, ECU radio host, to discuss all the departures from Pirate football as the transfer portal and coaching carousel take full effect. Also, Nikola Jokic's Jokmas triple-double earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' season, sitting at 7-7 with three games to go on the schedule. Depending on your perspective, is this season already a success for Carolina? Also, they compare the rookie seasons of former Duke teammates Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel, who could make an exciting NBA rivalry for years to come.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers moving into sole possession of first place in the NFC South after Atlanta's win over Tampa Bay on Thursday Night Football. Can the Panthers take advantage of the opportunity and defeat the Saints on Sunday? Also, Brandon Bussi's historic start to his NHL career earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 3-2 shootout win over the Washington Capitals, in which Brandon Bussi became the first goaltender in NHL history to win 10 of his first 11 starts. Is he the #1 goalie the Canes have long been searching for? Also, they discuss everything going on in the college football world, including UNC football firing Freddie Kitchens, Michigan's coac...

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' standing in the NFC South with four weeks to go in the regular season, with the result of tonight's Thursday Night Football matchup between the Falcons and Buccaneers having huge implications for Carolina. Also, Audi Crooks' dominance earns her the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' road matchup with the division-leading Washington Capitals, which is the first game in an important stretch away from home for the Carolina Hurricanes. Also, they react to NC State basketball's 85-45 win over Liberty, with a massive game against Kansas lurking on the schedule.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Pride, to catch up on all things NC State athletics on a Wolfpack Wednesday. Football is heading to the Gasparilla Bowl, basketball hosts Liberty tonight, and NC State soccer is in the final four of the College Cup. Also, Robert Wright III's game-winner for BYU earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.&...

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 4-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets to close a seven-game homestand. With nine wins in his first ten starts, is Brandon Bussi proving to be a potential #1 goaltender for Carolina? Also, they discuss the Indianapolis Colts bringing in Philip Rivers out of retirement, and whether he could succeed if he starts at quarterback at age 44.