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Hurricanes Face Devils in Exciting Season Opener Showdown

10/9/2025

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Hurricanes Face Devils

Carolina Hurricanes host the New Jersey Devils in the season opener on October 9, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Hurricanes finished 47-30-5; Devils 42-33-7.
Devils captain Nico Hischier aims to improve playoff performance.
Bratt and Hughes were significant scorers for New Jersey.
Pesce, a former Hurricane, will play his 700th game against his old team.

Summary

Devils Sign Glendening

The New Jersey Devils signed Luke Glendening to a one-year, one-way contract worth $775,000 for the 2025-26 season after a pro tryout.
Glendening, 36, has 864 National Hockey League (NHL) games, 83 goals, 166 points, and has played for Detroit, Dallas, and Tampa Bay.
With Noesen and McLaughlin out, Glendening's role grows ahead of the opener against the Carolina Hurricanes.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded from six to twelve teams in 1967, marking its first expansion since 1942. This significant move included franchises like the Los Angeles Kings and Minnesota North Stars, aimed at countering competition from rival leagues and securing lucrative U.S. television contracts. Today, teams like the New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes continue to evolve, reflecting the league's ongoing growth and commitment to engaging fans.

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Hurricanes Face Devils

Carolina Hurricanes host the New Jersey Devils in the season opener on October 9, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Hurricanes finished 47-30-5; Devils 42-33-7.
Devils captain Nico Hischier aims to improve playoff performance.
Bratt and Hughes were significant scorers for New Jersey.
Pesce, a former Hurricane, will play his 700th game against his old team.

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