stormTRacker Podcast

What bold strategies are positioning the Carolina Hurricanes as serious contenders this NHL season? Tom, Erin & Katie uncover the exciting roster changes and strategic moves that are shaping the Hurricanes' upcoming season. From their recent exhibition win over the Nashville Predators to the impactful signings made by Eric Tulsky, this episode reveals how the Canes are navigating challeng...

Can the Carolina Hurricanes overcome their defensive lineup challenges after losing key players like Brady Skjei, Brett Pesce, and Tony DeAngelo? Join us as we continue our Carolina Hurricanes 2024/25 Season Preview & explore this crucial question with our insightful guest, Katie Bartlett. Katie proposes a bold new defensive pairing strategy featuring Jacob Slavin with Sean Walker, Dmitry Orlo...

Curious about how the Carolina Hurricanes plan to shore up their center ice depth this season? Join us as continue our Carolina Hurricanes 2024/25 Season Preview & dissect the team's ongoing struggle to replace Vincent Trochek, evaluating their attempts with players like Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Jack Drury, and the ever-reliable Jordan Staal. Speculation surrounds Martin Necas' potential...

What if the key to playoff success lies in a power play overhaul? Join us as we tackle the Carolina Hurricanes' strategic challenges and opportunities for the upcoming season as we continue our Carolina Hurricanes 2024/25 Season Preview. With stormTRacker Insiders Erin Manning and Katie Bartlett, we dissect how the team plans to replace offensive stars like Jake Guentzel and Teuvo Teräväinen...

Are the Carolina Hurricanes rewriting the playbook on drafting Russian talent? Discover why this NHL team is doubling down on Russian prospects despite geopolitical tensions that have deterred others. With insights from Erin Manning and Katie Bartlett, we promise you’ll gain an understanding of the Hurricanes' bold strategy, spearheaded by scout Oleg Smirnov, to unearth undervalued gems like...

Ever wondered how a team rebuilds after losing key players? Join Erin Manning,  Katie Bartlett, and myself, Tom Ray, as we unpack the Carolina Hurricanes' tumultuous offseason and the strategic maneuvers of their new general manager, Eric Tulsky. Learn how the Canes managed the exits of essential players like Jake Guentzel, Brett Pesce, Brady Skjei, and Teuvo Teravainen, while successfully ex...

What makes a future NHL star? Join us as we unravel the answer by taking you behind the scenes at the Carolina Hurricanes' Prospects Development Camp. Held at Invisalign Arena from July 8 to July 11, this camp was a showcase of raw talent and potential. Hear from special guest Nick Bass of Canes Prospects and Dobber Prospects, who provides exclusive insights into standout players like Gleb Tr...

Can the Carolina Hurricanes' latest draft choices reshape the future of the team? This episode brings you an in-depth look at the Hurricanes' performance at the NHL'24 draft and their strategic maneuvers in free agency. We are joined by Nick Bass from Canes Prospects & Dobber Prospects, as we dissect the Hurricanes' ten draft picks and discuss their intriguing decision to t...

Curious who the Carolina Hurricanes might draft in the 1st round at the 2024 NHL draft? Look no more! Discover the insights and projections straight from the experts. In this episode, stormTRacker's Tom Ray chats with Nick Bass (@CanesProspects) about prospects like Cole Beaudoin, Sacha Boisvert, Alfons Freij, Nikita Artamonov, Charlie Elick, and Emile Hemming, and we analyze the potential im...

Can the Carolina Hurricanes navigate their cap constraints and re-sign key players to maintain their competitive edge? Join us as we break down the pivotal offseason ahead, where new General Manager Eric Tulsky will face crucial decisions, including the management of eight unrestricted free agents and three restricted free agents.  In this episode, we take a close look at potential roster moves in...

Discover the sheer adrenaline of the Carolina Hurricanes' race against history, as they claw their way back from the brink in an epic NHL playoff battle with the New York Rangers. I share the turning points, from Brady Skjei's power-play goal to Jordan Staal's equalizer, that have fans on the edge of their seats. The Hurricanes' acquisition of Jake Guentzel and Evgeny Kuznetsov...

An indepth analysis by stormTRacker, Tom Ray, of the Round 2 Series between the Carolina Hurricanes & the New York Rangers. Tom discusses several topics, including team defence, team offense, goalie match-up (highlighting Shesterkin & Andersen). match-up between Panarin & Guentzel, as well as highlighting key players on both sides who might swing the balance in the series. Send us Fan...

A detailed review by stormTRacker's Tom Ray of the Carolina Hurricanes' recent signings, featuring Scott Morrow (UMASS), Jackson Blake (UND), Bradly Nadeau (Maine), Gleb Trikozov (Russia) & Juha Jaaska (Finland). Tom gives an in-depth analysis of what they bring to the table & when we might expect them as full-time Hurricanes. Send us Fan Mail

A detailed review by stormTRacker's Tom Ray  of the Carolina Hurricanes' prospects at the NCAA Frozen Four Tournament, featuring Scott Morrow (UMASS), Jackson Blake (UND) & Bradly Nadeau (Maine). Other prospects mentioned include Jayden Perron, Lucas Mercuri & Charles-Alexis Legault. Tom also discusses some of the prized free agents in the Tournament, including Jake Quillan, Coll...

stormTRacker's Tom Ray discusses potential moves by the Canes as we approach the 2024 trade deadline. He reviews a number of trade opportunities, including with the San Jose Sharks, Anaheim Ducks & Chicago Black Hawks. Hurricanes have a right shot center & scoring winger at the top of their list. Send us Fan Mail

stormTRacker's Tom Ray takes an in-depth look at Carolina Hurricanes' defenceman, Tony DeAngelo, reviewing his successes and failures and what makes him one of the most polarizing figures in all of pro sports. Send us Fan Mail

stormTRacker's Tom Ray previews the Carolina Hurricanes 2023-24 season. The Canes have improved the power-play and added much-needed toughness to an already strong line-up. With additions Michael Bunting, Dimitry Orlov, Tony DeAngelo, and Brendan Lemieux, the Canes are poised to win it all! Along with these additions, the Canes were able to bring back Freddie Andersen, Anti Raanta, Jesper Fas...

It's no secret that the Carolina Hurricanes have one of the best defenses in the NHL. So in this video, stormTRacker's Tom Ray will debate which team has the best D-Corps in the NHL - the Carolina Hurricanes or the Colorado Avalanche.  Hurricanes' loaded defence includes Jaccob Slavin, Brent Burns, Brady Skjei, Brett Pesce, Dimitri Orlov, and Tony DeAngelo. The Avalanche are led by...

Tom Ray discusses the announcement that Tom Dundon wants to bring a major league franchise to Raleigh. He includes some of Tom's history, his Carolina Hurricanes purchase, his activities with Pickleball, His success with the Hurricanes, his recent announcement regarding a major expansion at the PNC Arena, and the Hurricanes 20 year lease extension with PNC. Tom Dundon was instrumental in hiri...

A detailed review of the Carolina Hurricanes prospects heading off to US colleges this year by stormTRacker's Tom Ray, including highly-regarded prospects Scott Morrow, Bradly Nadeau, Jackson Blake, as well as Jayden Perron and Cruz Lucius.  Send us Fan Mail

A detailed review of the top Carolina Hurricanes prospects at the Southeast Rookie Showcase by stormTRacker's Tom Ray, including Nick Suzuki, Dominick Fensore, Vasily Ponomarev, Aleksi Heimosalmi, and Felix Unger-Sorum and others. Send us Fan Mail