June 17 was a pretty good day for Rod Brind'Amour and the Canes, who inked their head coach to a three-year contract extension. Later, Brind'Amour won the Jack Adams Award as the NHL's coach of the year. And he is, of course, the very special guest for this Brind'Amour-centric episode of CanesCast. Get jacked!

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• Brind'Amour Wins Jack Adams Award
• Brind'Amour Puts Pen to Paper on Contract Extension
• Canes, Brind'Amour Agree to Three-Year Contract Extension
• Smith: What I'll Remember About the 2020-21 Season
• Martinook Wants to 'See it Through' With Canes
• Canes Look Ahead to Important Offseason

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The Canes were eliminated from the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Tampa Bay Lightning. What did we learn from their Second Round match-up against the champs? What steps forward were made? How can the team parlay regular-season success into capturing the ultimate prize? Mike and Michael answer those questions, plus more that are on your minds.

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• Watch: Thank You, Caniacs
• Game 5 Recap: Canes Eliminated by Lightning
• Game 4 Recap: Canes Lose Two-Goal Lead, Fall in 3-1 Series Hole
• Game 3 Recap: Canes Convert on Power Play to Win in Overtime
• Tweetmail: Alex Nedeljkovic Edition
• Slavin Named Lady Byng Trophy Finalist
• Nedeljkovic Selected as Calder Trophy Finalist

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After eliminating the Predators in a dramatic Game 6 overtime win in Nashville, the Canes now find themselves down 2-0 to the Lightning as the Second Round series shifts to Tampa. Mike and Michael offer their takeaways from the first two games. What did the Canes do well, and where is there room for improvement? Then, we dive into your voicemails.

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• Game 2 Recap: Canes Edged by Lightning Again
• Niederreiter Doubtful to Return in Second Round
• Game 1 Recap: Canes Bested by Vasilevskiy, Lightning
• Second Round Series Preview: Hurricanes vs. Lightning
• Game 6 Recap: Resilient Canes Win in OT Again, Eliminate Predators

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After dropping consecutive double overtime games in Nashville, the Canes rebounded with an overtime victory of their own in a pivotal Game 5 in Raleigh. Mike and Michael dissect an eventful last three games of the series. Plus, with so much hockey having been played, how do the Canes approach rest and recovery? We bring in head strength & conditioning coach Bill Burniston to discuss that and more.

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• Game 5 Recap: Canes Storm Back to Top Predators in Overtime
• Canes Reset and Look Ahead to Game 5 in Raleigh
• Game 4 Recap: Canes Fall Again in Double Overtime
• Lajoie Revels in Playoff Debut With Canes
• Game 3 Recap: Canes Fall to Preds in Double Overtime

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In front of two raucous crowds at PNC Arena, the Canes took a 2-0 First Round series lead against the Nashville Predators. Before the series shifts to Nashville, Mike and Michael dissect Games 1 and 2. Who came up big? What were the keys to victory? How can the Canes translate that success to the road? And, just how good was it to have that playoff atmosphere back in Raleigh? Raise up!

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• Game 2 Recap: Nedeljkovic, Canes Shut Out Predators
• Playoff Hockey, Energy is Back in Raleigh
• Game 1 Recap: Staal Leads Canes Past Predators
• Canes Have Something to Prove in Third Straight Trip to Playoffs
• First Round Series Preview: Hurricanes vs. Predators
• Tweetmail: How Do the Playoffs Work This Season?
• Why Four Canes Deserve NHL Award Consideration
• Why Rod Brind'Amour Deserves the Jack Adams Award

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The Carolina Hurricanes and Nashville Predators will meet in the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and we set the table for the first ever postseason match-up between the two teams with a double dose of guests: Canes Assistant Coach Jeff Daniels and Predators Sr. Communications and Content Coordinator Brooks Bratten. Then, it's time to answer your voicemails.

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• Hurricanes to Face Predators in First Round of 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs
• Canes Clinch Central Division Title
• Recap: Canes Blanked by Nashville in Regular Season Finale
• Recap: Canes' Point Streak Snapped in Nashville
• Tweetmail: Which Player is Most Improved This Season?
• Recap: Canes Extend Point Streak to 13 Games in OT Loss to Chicago

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Buckle up because this week's pod is a thrill ride. Shane "Will the Thrill" Willis sits in with Mike and Michael for episode 174 to offer his unique insights on the season. What's been most impressive to date? How much swagger does this Canes team have? How can they carry momentum into the playoffs? All that and more, plus your voicemails and a special Mother's Day treat to round out the show.

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• Recap: Canes Storm Back to Top Blackhawks
• Recap: Aho's Hat Trick Powers Canes Past Blackhawks
• Recap: Nedeljkovic, Canes Top Blue Jackets in OT
• Aho Named Central Division's Star of the Month
• Tweetmail: Who Will Score 20 Goals This Season?
• Recap: Canes Best Red Wings

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The Canes earned nine of a possible 12 points on their six-game road trip and also clinched their third consecutive postseason berth. Head coach Rod Brind'Amour joins the podcast to discuss the resiliency of his team, the impact of unsung contributors and the outlook for the stretch run. Brind'Amour also explains how expectations have been raised and looks back on his first 199 games as head coach in the NHL. Plus, Mike and Michael check an active voicemail line!

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• Recap: Canes Cap Road Trip With 5-1 Win in Dallas
• Teravainen Returns to Canes' Lineup in Dallas
• Canes Clinch Berth in 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs
• Recap: Canes Clinch Playoff Berth With Point in Dallas
• Canes Spend Day Off in Dallas at Trinity Forest Golf Club
• Recap: Canes Snag Point in OT Loss to Panthers
• Tweetmail: Dougie Hamilton Edition
• Recap: Canes Battle to Top Panthers, Defend First Place
• Skjei, Mrazek Sidelined With Injuries

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After claiming three of a possible four points, the Canes remain in first place in the Central Division as they head into South Florida for another pair of crucial games down the stretch. How will the rest of the season play out? Can the Canes win a division title? Will we see the Canes and Lightning face off in the playoffs? Mike and Michael answer those questions and plenty more.

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• Recap: Big Second Period Sparks Canes to 4-1 Win in Tampa
• Recap: Canes Erase Two-Goal Deficit to Earn Point
• Recap: Canes Top Preds Again to Cap Homestand
• Tweetmail: What is the Canes' Magic Number?
• Recap: Canes Bounce Back to Top Predators
• Canes Tweak Defense With 'Better Fit' on Trade Deadline Day

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Jordan Staal celebrated his 1,000th career game in the NHL on Monday. His dad, Henry, joins the podcast to recount the special night and share some of his favorite hockey memories. Henry also explains what it means to see the type of man and father Jordan has grown up into and explores the strong bond of the family. Plus, Mike and Michael break down the Canes' one trade deadline move and take your voicemails.

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• Jordan Staal Embodies What It Means to Be a Hurricane
• Jordan Staal: Day One to Game 1,000
• Canes Honor Staal With Pregame Ceremony
• Tweetmail: Which Staal Brother Has the Best Flow?
• Canes Tweak Defense With 'Better Fit' on Trade Deadline Day
• Recap: Canes Stumble Against Red Wings
• Recap: Canes Settle for Point in Shootout Loss to Wings
• Recap: Nedeljkovic, Canes Shut Out Panthers

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