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After injuries and surgeries took away almost all of last season, Kochetkov is positioned to see a good amount of action as he fights for a new contract.

His goal scoring has decreased each of the last two years, and though 2025-26 was a more productive season overall, Aho must play like the star he is.

From trading their all-rookie defenseman to open roster spots to potential moves to be made, there are several exciting stories in Raleigh as camp begins.