With the eventful 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs nearing a conclusion, the highly awaited NHL offseason will soon become officially underway. A name heavily mentioned and discussed in trade rumors: Noah Hanifin of the Carolina Hurricanes.
The 21-year-old, Boston native experienced a simply phenomenal offensive 2017-18 campaign for the overachieving Carolina Hurricanes club. While participating in 79 regular season contests, Hanifin registered a solid offensive slash line of 10G, 22A, and 32 points, earning himself a well-deserved all-star game selection, becoming the Canes’ sole representative.
Essentially, as a young two-way defenseman, Noah has displayed remarkable flashes of greatness on the offensive side of the puck.