Deslauriers re-signs with Hurricanes at parade

During the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory parade on June 14, 2026, forward Nicolas Deslauriers signed a two-year contract extension worth $1.75 million. The deal, which will see Deslauriers earning $850,000 in the 2026-27 season and $900,000 in the 2027-28 season, was celebrated by fans as he enthusiastically shouted, 'Two more f---ing years!' This signing marks a strategic move by general manager Eric Tulsky, who emphasized Deslauriers' fit within the team's culture and his valuable veteran presence.

Having joined the Hurricanes from the Philadelphia Flyers earlier in the season, Deslauriers played a limited role, appearing in just one playoff game, but his physicality was seen as essential for a team seeking to maintain its competitive edge following their championship win.

With this extension, the Hurricanes aim to keep a strong roster heading into the next seasons, with only two other unrestricted free agents needing to be addressed to retain the core of their championship team.