Deslauriers’ Cup Moment Beyond Stats | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

Nicolas Deslauriers, who played just seven regular-season and one playoff game for the Carolina Hurricanes, had his name etched on the Stanley Cup thanks to the team’s special petition — honoring his invaluable off-ice contributions and positive impact. Acquired in a March trade, he was a daily presence from April to June, embodying the team’s culture with his consistent work ethic. Though other teams might have overlooked his quiet influence, the Hurricanes saw his worth — and celebrated it with a historic honor. Deslauriers, now a Stanley Cup legend, shared the surreal joy of seeing his…