Carolina Hurricanes reporter Walt Ruff joins the show to discuss the preseason, roster cuts, and what to look forward to for the upcoming 2025-26 season. What did the guys cover throughout the episode? On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, host Zach Martin and Walt begin the show by going over the preseason and what has stood out so far. Between defensive pairings, position battles, and so much more, there's a ton to dive into for the Hurricanes. Which players stood out within the first five preseason games? Secondly, Zach and Walt dived into the recent roster cuts, going from 40 players to the current 26. Were there any surprises among the assigned players to Chicago? Who has made a case to be an early call-up? Also, the guys discuss Givani Smith, Charles Alexis Legault, and Cayden Primeau. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with what to look forward to over the next seven days until opening night on October 9. Are there any theme nights that are going to be fun? What are the coaches looking for to determine how to cut the roster from 26 to 23 players? Also, Walt answered rapid-fire questions. How did he do? All of that, and more, on the latest episode of Locked On Hurricanes.

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