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Former GM Regrets Costly Adam Fox Trade Mistake

8/1/2025

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In a candid reflection, former Carolina Hurricanes GM Don Waddell expressed regret over the 2018 trade of defenseman Adam Fox. Misled by Fox's agent into believing he would join the team, Carolina traded Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm to Calgary. Ultimately, Fox declined to sign, moving to the Rangers, where he has since thrived.

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In a candid reflection, former Carolina Hurricanes GM Don Waddell expressed regret over the 2018 trade of defenseman Adam Fox. Misled by Fox's agent into believing he would join the team, Carolina traded Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm to Calgary. Ultimately, Fox declined to sign, moving to the Rangers, where he has since thrived.