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Preparing for a wild start to free agency by recapping what has happened around the division this summer and pondering what could happen when the market opens.

The Canes weren't as active during the latter stages of the draft as we'd initially hoped, leading to an easy ride through Saturday's six rounds.

After not making a selection in the first round, the Canes maneuvered their way into three picks in the second round, touching on several areas.

After trading out of the first round for the third time in five seasons, the Hurricanes enter Saturday with seven picks, though there's room for more fireworks.

For the third time in five seasons, the Canes opted to move back in the draft, sending the 29th pick to Chicago for three draft picks.

Revisiting some of the most impactful trades made the day of and during the NHL Draft since the team's relocation in 1997.

For all of the mock drafts released over the last several weeks, there's one thing most fans will agree is likely to happen before the Canes are on the clock.

Concerns remain after the Russian center struggled to start the season, though his resurgence in 2025 makes him one of the draft's greatest potential steals.

The wait will linger another year as the Hurricanes' great is passed over again despite a clear-cut case to be enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame.

While some might not want Potter because he clocks in under six feet, his speed is one of many intangibles that make him an interesting prospect this year.