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Carolina Hurricanes 2024-25 Exit Interviews: The Rookies
The Carolina Hurricanes' 2024-25 season came to a close earlier this week as the team lost in five games to the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final. On Friday, select players met with the media in Raleigh for their end-of-season interviews. Advertisement Here's the interviews from three of the team's rookies: Alexander Nikishin, Scott Morrow and Logan Stankoven. Alexander Nikishin (via Andrei Svechnikov) On what the experience of being in the NHL has been like so far: He said that he got a big experience. He's going to know now what to expect next season. He's very happy he came and played right now in the playoffs. On what he feels like he does well already at the NHL level and what he feels he needs to work on: He said that he doesn't want to mention the things skill wise because he saw the guys how they played, how they've been professionals and he said he just wants to try and catch them and try to be better than those guys. On what his plans for the summer are: He said that he thinks he's going to go home very soon. He's going to come back a couple weeks before training camp starts. Being here will help him. On what he's learned about the area and the organization so far: He said that we were here and that we helped him out a lot. He got to know about the city and area really quickly because we helped him a lot. That was it to be honest. On what it was like making his NHL debut against Alexander Ovechkin: He said that was an amazing experience and he didn't really understand in the moment what was happening. On being asked for one comment in English: Have a good summer. While Svechnikov's translation may not be the perfect reproduction of Nikishin's words and thoughts, here's a translation from user @Uggg_uggg on X that appears to make Nikishin's comments much more clear. 'A Tremendous Experience': Alexander Nikishin 2024-25 Exit Interview 'A Tremendous Experience': Alexander Nikishin 2024-25 Exit Interview The Carolina Hurricanes' 2024-25 season Advertisement came to a close earlier this week as the team lost in five games to the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final. Scott Morrow On how difficult it was getting thrown right into the series with Florida: It was really hard, fast hockey. I mean, they're three time finalists in a row for a reason. Really good team and it was a fast, physical series. I don't know how I'd quantify how hard it was, but it was certainly a lot of fun and I'm glad I got that opportunity. On what he learned from experiencing playoff hockey at that level: Just how simple their team played is why they had success. All their defensemen were big and could skate and our defensemen who played well that I could look up to against that and against their forecheck. Moving their feet and played physical and I think those are the two biggest things I need to work on. Being a little more physical and getting a little faster. On what he wants to focus on in the offseason: Just first and foremost, working on my skating and then trying to get a little bit stronger so I can be more physical, especially in the defensive zone. I mean, I still feel like, physically, I have a lot of room to grow and in terms of my body, I'm still a young kid. I think there's definitely more I can add as far as just off the ice and in the weight room So that will be a lot of my focus. On what were his biggest lessons from his first professional season: First of all, it was long. Twice as many games as I've ever played in college. I got called up at the right time where you're kind of hitting that late year and that gave me a lot of energy getting to come here. That was obviously very exciting, but just finding a way to maintain peak condition throughout such a long season where you're playing so many games, I think is definitely a challenge for everybody. It's something that I've never really had to deal with on this level. You're playing every other day and you have to find time to maintain what you've built all offseason and in the weight room. So that's something that I think is definitely a challenge, especially when I'm not just trying to maintain, but get stronger and quicker and all that because I still have room to grow. So that was probably the lesson that stands out the most. And then just how pro hockey and college hockey are such different styles. So just adapting. Every single game in college is very structured and physical and here, there's so many skilled players that you're defending and you have to read and react more than I thought I did in college. So jut working on that and learning how to do that was something I felt grew over the course of the season. 'I Have A Lot Of Room To Grow': Scott Morrow 2024-25 Exit Interview 'I Have A Lot Of Room To Grow': Scott Morrow 2024-25 Exit Interview The Carolina Hurricanes' 2024-25 season Advertisement came to a close earlier this week as the team lost in five games to the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final. Logan Stankoven On what he's learned about the organization: First class, for sure. I've enjoyed every minute of being here and the people within the organization and my teammates. I think I've been able to create a really good bond with everyone here. I love the city and just kind of the vibes around it. Looking forward to hopefully spending a lot more time here. On how long it took for him to adjust and feel like he was at home: I'd say about a couple weeks. Once you get settled in and become comfortable with the guys around you and your surroundings and how to get to the rink and whatnot, you settle in. I've loved every minute of it, which I've said before. I'm excited for what's to come. On what the summer will look like for him: A lot of hard work, that's for sure. For me, over the next couple of weeks, it's just going to be taking a step back, relax a bit, kind of recover and then from there, it's back in the gym and getting back on the ice again. Definitely going to look to get a bit stronger and faster of course. I think the game's getting a bit faster each year, so for me being a smaller guy, I think that's huge. Just keep working on the fundamentals and my craft. I think working on my shot is huge. A little bit of lower-body strength and whatnot. That'll be huge this summer. As much as it's tough losing now, once you sit back and look at the summer, I'm excited for the work to be put in and I'm already looking forward to next season and the future. On his fit: A lot of guys have said this, but being an opposing player, it's tough to come in here and play. The aggressiveness and the fans and how loud it gets in here, I enjoyed it as a player, but I think as a team, it's tough when the Canes get rolling. There's so much momentum in this building when they get going. To be on the team now, you really feel it and it's good to be on the positive side of it. It's a great place to be. 'I'm Excited For What's To Come': Logan Stankoven 2024-25 Exit Interview 'I'm Excited For What's To Come': Logan Stankoven 2024-25 Exit Interview The Carolina Hurricanes' 2024-25 season Advertisement came to a close earlier this week as the team lost in five games to the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final. 2024-25 Exit Interviews Jordan Staal Sebastian Aho Jaccob Slavin Jordan Martinook Jalen Chatfield Sean Walker Jesperi Kotkaniemi Frederik Andersen Seth Jarvis Andrei Svechnikov Alexander Nikishin Scott Morrow Logan Stankoven Stay updated with the most interesting Carolina Hurricanes stories, analysis, breaking news and more! Tap the star to add us to your favorites on Google News to never miss a story.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Hurricanes Reveal Big Injury Update on Jalen Chatfield
The Carolina Hurricanes fell to the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final. Despite playing the game at home, Carolina wasn't able to muster up the same energy as the defending champions to get the win. The Hurricanes will have a big chance to tie the series in Game 2, but they could be forced to do so without one of their stars. Defender Jalen Chatfield missed Game 1 due to injury and is now in danger of missing Game 2 as well. Advertisement Chatfield is being listed as questionable for the game due to a nondisclosed injury. The defender was on the ice for the Hurricanes' morning skate, but will need to be cleared to play. Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour gave more of an update on the status of his star defender. 'All the athletes want to play; if they're not capable, they're not capable,' Brind'Amour said. 'I think today he is better. I would put him more day to day now, so that's a good sign.' Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (5) at Madison Square Cruz-Imagn Images The Hurricanes missed his presence on the ice against the Panthers, so the hope is that he can return in Game 2. Chatfield has scored one goal over the nine playoff games for the Hurricanes this postseason. Advertisement During the regular season, he scored seven goals and 11 assists. But his defensive abilities are crucial to the success of this team. If he can't go, others will need to step up in his absence. Scott Morrow took over for him in Game 1 and posted a -3 rating in 12 minutes of game action. Game 2 is scheduled for Thursday, May 22, at 8 p.m. ET. Related: Sharks Predicted to Land $42M Star in Free Agency Related: Max Pacioretty Responds to Matthew Tkachuk Wild Claim About Maple Leafs
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Scott Morrow Set for Potential Debut in Eastern Conference Finals Against Panthers
As Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the and the Carolina Hurricanes approaches, it has been predicted that Scott Morrow could be making his debut with the Hurricanes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The match is all set to take place at the Lenovo Centre tonight at 8 pm ET. Scott Morrow might make his debut with the Carolina Hurricanes tonight The prediction that Scott Morrow might make his debut in the match against the Florida Panthers comes after he was paired with at the morning skate. Morrow has not played with the Hurricanes ever since a regular-season finale, a match that the team lost to the . He followed this up by playing for the American Hockey League for two games. NHL spoke to Scott regarding the potential debut with the . Commenting on the same, he shared, 'If I'm in there, I'm going to play my (b*tt) off and try and do whatever it takes to help the team win." He also added, 'I've played enough games now where I think I'm ready for this moment if it comes." He continued, 'I think it's an advantage for me because I'm fresh, I'm healthy, I'm well-rested. I've had a little bit of a break since I was playing in the NHL playoffs. Just coming in fresh, I'm going to try and bring a lot of energy if I do get in the lineup. ' If not Morrow, there is also a possibility that Jalen Chatfield could be a part of the game. While he suffered an undisclosed injury, he was also a part of the morning skate. Also Read: Commenting on which one of the two athletes could be playing tonight, the coach shared, 'More than likely, I would still call (Morrow) probable; we're still debating it. It's a good sign that (Chatfield) was out there. Whether he is ready-ready to go, that will be determined shortly." He continued to add, 'Chatfield definitely wants to play, so we will see where it goes.'
Associated Press
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Chatfield's status for Hurricanes unclear entering Game 1 of Eastern final against Panthers
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour said it's unclear whether defenseman Jalen Chatfield will play in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference final against the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers. Chatfield — who typically works with Dmitry Orlov in Carolina's second pairing — missed last week's clinching game of the second-round series against the Washington Capitals with a lower-body injury. He had missed multiple practices before skating Tuesday morning, roughly 10 hours before the puck drop for the series opener against the Panthers. Brind'Amour said the team was 'still debating' whether Chatfield would play. He had said Monday that Chatfield would likely need to practice to return. 'Good sign at least that he's out there with us,' Brind'Amour said, noting: 'He definitely wants to play so we'll see where it goes.' Top defenseman prospect Alexander Nikishin played in Chatfield's absence in the closeout game against the Capitals, though the Hurricanes could go with another rising prospect in Scott Morrow if Chatfield is out. The 22-year-old Morrow was a second-round pick for Carolina in 2021 and played in 14 regular-season games this year. He played in two playoff games in the American Hockey League playoffs for Carolina affiliate Chicago in April. 'I've played enough games now where I think I'm ready for this moment if it comes,' Morrow said of possibly making his NHL postseason debut. The series is a rematch of the Eastern final from two years ago, with the Panthers sweeping with four one-game wins — one coming in four overtimes. ___ AP NHL playoffs: and
