Hurricanes Extend Taylor Hall After Playoff Win

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed veteran forward Taylor Hall to a three-year, $9.5 million contract extension following their double-overtime victory over the New Jersey Devils, which advanced them to the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Hall, who joined from the Chicago Blackhawks midseason, recorded 18 points in 31 games with Carolina and added three points in five playoff games. Previously set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, Hall's extension keeps him with the Hurricanes through the 2027-28 season. General Manager Eric Tulsky praised Hall's fit, leadership, and impact on the team. Hall, the 2017-18 Hart Trophy winner and former first overall pick, now has 739 points in 909 NHL games. The extension solidifies his role as a key contributor as Carolina continues its playoff campaign.