Pyotr Kochetkov Signs Two-Year Extension With Carolina Hurricanes

Pyotr Kochetkov signed a two-year contract extension with the Carolina Hurricanes through the 2028-29 season, expressing relief to focus solely on hockey. Returning from December hip surgery, Kochetkov stopped 51 of 61 shots across two preseason games. With Frederik Andersen departed, Kochetkov is preparing to compete with Brandon Bussi for Carolina's top goaltending role as he aims to build consistency heading into the campaign.