Carolina Hurricanes finalize eight-year extension with Jesperi Kotkaniemi, 21, expect forward 'to continue to grow his game' - ESPN

The Carolina Hurricanes, chasing the East's No. 1 seed and looking toward a Stanley Cup this year, took a well-planned step Monday toward ensuring their future after this season, as well, signing forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi, 21, to an eight-year extension.

RALEIGH, N.C. -- The Carolina Hurricanes, chasing the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference and looking toward a Stanley Cup this season, took a well-planned step Monday toward ensuring their future a… [+1922 chars]

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