Cory Lavalette
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Senior editor for North State Journal but still on the Hurricanes beat | PHWA Carolina chapter head; weekly for The Athletic.
“He’s been great for us.”
Brandon Bussi got his first career shutout, and Nikolaj Ehlers’ OT winner was the only goal in the Hurricanes’ 1-0 win over the Flames.
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Brandon Bussi got his first career shutout, and Nikolaj Ehlers’ OT winner was the only goal in the Hurricanes’ 1-0 win over the Flames.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:27 AM
“He’s been great for us.”
Brandon Bussi got his first career shutout, and Nikolaj Ehlers’ OT winner was the only goal in the Hurricanes’ 1-0 win over the Flames.
nsjonline.com/article/2025...
Brandon Bussi got his first career shutout, and Nikolaj Ehlers’ OT winner was the only goal in the Hurricanes’ 1-0 win over the Flames.
nsjonline.com/article/2025...
The Hurricanes' 17 shots on goal are their fewest since they had 16 in a 5-0 loss on Oct. 23, 2014, at Calgary.
The last time they had fewer in a win was 16 SOG in a 2-1 win over Winnipeg on Jan. 23, 2012.
The last time they had fewer in a win was 16 SOG in a 2-1 win over Winnipeg on Jan. 23, 2012.
December 1, 2025 at 2:08 AM
The Hurricanes' 17 shots on goal are their fewest since they had 16 in a 5-0 loss on Oct. 23, 2014, at Calgary.
The last time they had fewer in a win was 16 SOG in a 2-1 win over Winnipeg on Jan. 23, 2012.
The last time they had fewer in a win was 16 SOG in a 2-1 win over Winnipeg on Jan. 23, 2012.
Ehlers and Hall have played 7:22 together this season. The Hurricanes have scored three goals and allowed none.
December 1, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Ehlers and Hall have played 7:22 together this season. The Hurricanes have scored three goals and allowed none.
Brind'Amour on Bussi: "He’s been great for us. I think he's come up with the timely save. That's kind of, for me, how I sum it up because it's not like you've been leaving him out to dry and we're giving up 40 shots a night.
December 1, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Brind'Amour on Bussi: "He’s been great for us. I think he's come up with the timely save. That's kind of, for me, how I sum it up because it's not like you've been leaving him out to dry and we're giving up 40 shots a night.
More Hall on Bussi: "The cream always rises to the to the top, right? And it doesn't matter if you're 22 or 26, especially if you're a goalie, there's no direct path to being what you are.
December 1, 2025 at 1:39 AM
More Hall on Bussi: "The cream always rises to the to the top, right? And it doesn't matter if you're 22 or 26, especially if you're a goalie, there's no direct path to being what you are.
Hall on Bussi's poise: "He doesn't seem surprised to me. You know, maybe when he's at home, maybe he's like, 'Holy crap.'"
December 1, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Hall on Bussi's poise: "He doesn't seem surprised to me. You know, maybe when he's at home, maybe he's like, 'Holy crap.'"
Hall on Bussi: "I think you're seeing him grow from game to game too. He's got a lot of talent as a goalie, and he's a big body, obviously. And I think catching right-handed, it’s just weird to look at sometimes when you're shooting on him.
December 1, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Hall on Bussi: "I think you're seeing him grow from game to game too. He's got a lot of talent as a goalie, and he's a big body, obviously. And I think catching right-handed, it’s just weird to look at sometimes when you're shooting on him.
Hall on being patient against the Flames: "Before the game they put up their analytics, and you could tell that they play some low-event hockey, and they play a defensive style. And they're good at checking — there wasn't a lot of room in the O zone tonight."
December 1, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Hall on being patient against the Flames: "Before the game they put up their analytics, and you could tell that they play some low-event hockey, and they play a defensive style. And they're good at checking — there wasn't a lot of room in the O zone tonight."
Hall on the GWG: "(Ehlers) and I don't get out a lot together, And in practice, we don't get to do very many drills together because we're always working as a line. So it's funny when you get out there with a guy like him that's fast and elusive.
December 1, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Hall on the GWG: "(Ehlers) and I don't get out a lot together, And in practice, we don't get to do very many drills together because we're always working as a line. So it's funny when you get out there with a guy like him that's fast and elusive.
Asked Bussi is anything about his run is surreal: "Anytime you hear your name being chanted by the crowd, it's really cool. But the most important thing is kind of what's going on in this room and stuff, and how we're playing night in and night out.
December 1, 2025 at 1:31 AM
Asked Bussi is anything about his run is surreal: "Anytime you hear your name being chanted by the crowd, it's really cool. But the most important thing is kind of what's going on in this room and stuff, and how we're playing night in and night out.
Bussi said he & Cooley have trained together in the summer: "Part of staying in the moment and stuff is trying not to focus on what the other guy's doing, but to be honest, he's kind of a buddy of mine. We've trained together over the last few summers, so I guess I'm pumped to be one up on him now."
December 1, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Bussi said he & Cooley have trained together in the summer: "Part of staying in the moment and stuff is trying not to focus on what the other guy's doing, but to be honest, he's kind of a buddy of mine. We've trained together over the last few summers, so I guess I'm pumped to be one up on him now."
Bussi on playing at 0-0: "These are games that are fun for goalies. It's a really good battle. You don't know what's going to be that moment to change the tide, and fortunately, we got it."
December 1, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Bussi on playing at 0-0: "These are games that are fun for goalies. It's a really good battle. You don't know what's going to be that moment to change the tide, and fortunately, we got it."
Ehlers on the GWG: "We were both coming with a lot of speed. He wanted it on the outside, and then my thought was just going to the net and give him the option. It's a great play by (Hall)."
December 1, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Ehlers on the GWG: "We were both coming with a lot of speed. He wanted it on the outside, and then my thought was just going to the net and give him the option. It's a great play by (Hall)."
Rasmus Andersson was given a 10-minute misconduct at the end of the game. He was all over the refs after the game-winning goal.
December 1, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Rasmus Andersson was given a 10-minute misconduct at the end of the game. He was all over the refs after the game-winning goal.
Ehlers from Hall.
Hurricanes win
Hurricanes win
December 1, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Ehlers from Hall.
Hurricanes win
Hurricanes win
Cooley gets a quick whistle. Puck was loose and the refs blew it frozen
December 1, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Cooley gets a quick whistle. Puck was loose and the refs blew it frozen
The Hurricanes' last 0-0 regulation game was Feb. 10, 2024. Sebastian Aho scored at 3:40 of OT to beat the Devils in Raleigh.
December 1, 2025 at 12:31 AM
The Hurricanes' last 0-0 regulation game was Feb. 10, 2024. Sebastian Aho scored at 3:40 of OT to beat the Devils in Raleigh.
Staal line doing what they can to end this in 60 minutes, but Cooley stops Martinook
December 1, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Staal line doing what they can to end this in 60 minutes, but Cooley stops Martinook
Blake wide open in front and he misses the net
December 1, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Blake wide open in front and he misses the net
Here's the thing: The Flames are piling up in their D zone with the hopes the Hurricanes will shoot it into their shin pads and it'll lead to chances going the other way. Which is what has pretty much happened on Calgary's best chances.
December 1, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Here's the thing: The Flames are piling up in their D zone with the hopes the Hurricanes will shoot it into their shin pads and it'll lead to chances going the other way. Which is what has pretty much happened on Calgary's best chances.
Fans implore the Hurricanes to shoot, they do and it leads to a partial break the other way. But Bussi nabs Coronato's shot with the glove.
December 1, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Fans implore the Hurricanes to shoot, they do and it leads to a partial break the other way. But Bussi nabs Coronato's shot with the glove.
Miller and Kadri tangled up behind the play. Kadri with a gloved punch
Both to the box for roughing
Both to the box for roughing
November 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Miller and Kadri tangled up behind the play. Kadri with a gloved punch
Both to the box for roughing
Both to the box for roughing
Bussi with his save of the night on a 2v1. Frost decided to shoot after Nikishin's pinch gave the Flames numbers the other way
November 30, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Bussi with his save of the night on a 2v1. Frost decided to shoot after Nikishin's pinch gave the Flames numbers the other way
Farabee stung after blocking a shot
November 30, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Farabee stung after blocking a shot