Carolina Hurricanes Reportedly Shopping Key Top-6 Forward According To Insider Elliotte Friedman
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Samer Dagher
Dec 31, 2023 (7:58 PM)
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Reports indicate that the Carolina Hurricanes are exploring various options to address their goaltending needs according to insider Elliotte Friedman.
Carolina Hurricanes Forward Michael Bunting On The Trade Block
Elliotte Friedman revealed that newly signed forward Michael Bunting is a focal point in trade discussions for the Hurricanes.
Elliotte Friedman mentions that when the Carolina Hurricanes were searching for a goaltender, F Michael Bunting came up as a potential trade piece.
He isn't sure if he is still available, but hasn't counted out a potential move.
He isn't sure if he is still available, but hasn't counted out a potential move.
It's worth noting that this information dates back to an earlier part of the season when the Hurricanes were facing goaltending challenges. Since then, the team has seen improvements, and starting goalie Frederick Andersen is expected to return soon.
Bunting's performance with the Hurricanes has been quite positive with 25 points in 36 games, maintaining a point-per-game pace of 0.69. While this is slightly better than his final year with the Leafs, where he had a pace of 0.60, and a bit below his first year with the Leafs 0.80, Bunting's role in the lineup has been dynamic. Changes, such as Andrei Svechnikov's return impacting Bunting's powerplay responsibilities, have influenced his point production.
Looking ahead, especially with Teravainen in the last year of his deal, Bunting may see an increased role in the upcoming season.
Do you think Bunting will get traded?
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