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Retooling the Defense Part Two: What DeAngelo and Smith Bring to the Hurricanes’ Blue Line

The Carolina Hurricanes overhauled their blue line over the offseason, and in doing so, they made the league’s most controversial signing in giving a one-year deal to Tony DeAngelo.

They also signed Brendan Smith, which made fewer waves.

Yesterday, Ryan broke down the additions of Ethan Bear and Ian Cole. Today, we’ll look at the other two blueliners that Carolina brought into the fold, what their track records are, and where they might fit in the depth chart.

Tony DeAngelo

Everyone knows why the Hurricanes signed DeAngelo. When he’s been on the ice, he has a track record of producing offense at a very high rate.