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Hurricanes Sign Kevin Labanc to Professional Tryout

9/9/2025

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The Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Kevin Labanc to a professional tryout (PTO) ahead of training camp.
Labanc, 29, recorded 2 goals and 10 assists in 34 games with the Columbus Blue Jackets last season.
Drafted by the San Jose Sharks in 2014, he has 84 goals and 153 assists in 512 NHL games.
Labanc faces competition for a roster spot from players like Jordan Martinook and William Carrier.
This tryout allows Labanc to showcase his skills to NHL teams.

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The Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Kevin Labanc to a professional tryout (PTO) ahead of training camp.
Labanc, 29, recorded 2 goals and 10 assists in 34 games with the Columbus Blue Jackets last season.
Drafted by the San Jose Sharks in 2014, he has 84 goals and 153 assists in 512 NHL games.
Labanc faces competition for a roster spot from players like Jordan Martinook and William Carrier.
This tryout allows Labanc to showcase his skills to NHL teams.