A lot of that is thanks to Andrei Svechnikov. GLENDALE – Andrei Svechnikov walked into the Carolina Hurricanes dressing room, as he often does, with a smile on his face. Svechnikov ...

The Carolina Hurricanes announced that forward Andrei Svechnikov will miss the remainder of the season and playoffs to undergo knee surgery. What a massive blow to a top Eastern Conference contender.

Svechnikov notched an assist and six hits in Sunday's 4-3 overtime win over the Penguins. Svechnikov has a pair of helpers over his last three games, but his goal drought is up to nine contests.

The favourite to go second overall in the NHL Draft, Andrei Svechnikov's rare blend of speed and power could make him the league's next Russian star. Sitting in the stands overlooking the place ...