RALEIGH, N.C. — While NHL free agency began Wednesday, the Carolina Hurricanes used a big trade to fill one of its biggest voids.
The Canes acquired defenseman Brent Burns, a former Norris Trophy winner, from the San Jose Sharks.
The Canes, who also received forward Lane Pederson in the deal, sent forward Steven Lorentz, goalie prospect Eetu Makiniemi and a conditional 2023 third-round draft pick to San Jose.