The Carolina Hurricanes have made a significant move by signing forward Martin Necas to a two-year, $13 million deal, securing one of their top offensive players until the 2025-26 season. This deal brings some stability to the team’s roster and ensures that the 25-year-old Czech player remains with the Hurricanes.
Necas, who was the first-round pick by Carolina in 2017, has spent his entire career with the franchise. Despite some speculation that he might be traded, especially after his father mentioned his preference for a trade, Necas will now continue to play for the Hurricanes.
Known for his scoring ability, Necas had an impressive performance last season with 24 goals and 29 assists in 77 games. In the previous season, he had a breakout year with 28 goals and 43 assists, totaling 71 points in 82 regular-season games. Additionally, he scored four goals in 11 playoff games last season.
With nine overtime goals since the 2020-21 season, Necas is among the leaders in this category in the NHL. His presence on the ice has been crucial for the Hurricanes, especially during key moments in games.
The signing of Necas comes at a time of transition for the Hurricanes, with Eric Tulsky taking over as the new general manager after Don Waddell’s departure for Columbus. The team has also seen some changes in its roster, with players like Jake Guentzel, Brady Skjei, and Brett Pesce leaving in free agency.
Looking ahead, the Hurricanes are also in talks to secure another young forward, Seth Jarvis, who has been a valuable contributor to the team. Jarvis, a 22-year-old restricted free agent, has shown promise with 33 goals this season and 13 playoff goals in his first three seasons.
Overall, the signing of Martin Necas underscores the Hurricanes’ commitment to building a competitive team for the upcoming seasons. With key players like Necas and Jarvis in their lineup, the team is poised for continued success on the ice.