Erin, Katie & I are joined by Matt Somma as we break down a lively Hurricanes preseason: who popped at the prospect showcase, what the camp cuts mean, and how the top nine might actually score. Depth looks real, the blue line gets younger, and the door stays open for a deadline swing.

• Prospect Showcase takeaways and who advanced roles
• Nadeau’s NHL-ready shot vs development minutes in Chicago
• Lego, Badinka, Nystrom steadying the pipeline
• Kazheyev's calmer game and Primeau’s value as a third goalie
• Ehlers with Aho and Jarvis needing more first-touch shots
• Svechnikov on his off-wing and Stankoven down the middle
• Blake’s hockey IQ and finishing gap, usage to unlock the line
• Kotkaniemi’s two-way bump and the “third” fourth line with Hall
• Nikishin’s adjustment curve, partner fit, and power play timing
• Cap space as a lever for a true finisher later in the year

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