RALEIGH, N.C. — On the day when NHL free agency began, the Carolina Hurricanes added players and filled needs with some eye-opening trades.
The Canes first acquired defenseman Brent Burns, a former Norris Trophy winner, from the San Jose Sharks. Later, they traded for forward Max Pacioretty from the Vegas Golden Knights, bringing in another proven veteran in his 30s.
The Canes, who also received forward Lane Pederson in the San Jose deal, sent forward Steven Lorentz, goalie prospect Eetu Makiniemi and a conditional 2023 third-round draft pick to the Sharks.
