Hurricanes Could Have Another Difficult Contract Situation Brewing

Contract extension negotiations between the Carolina Hurricanes and pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Jalen Chatfield have reportedly stalled. Journalist David Pagnotta reported that the two sides attempted to reach an agreement on a new deal in September but could not find common ground on the terms. With no further discussions scheduled, the possibility of the 30-year-old blueliner testing free agency is becoming increasingly likely.

Nestor Quixtan suggests that Carolina could eventually consider trading Chatfield before the trade deadline to avoid losing him for nothing. Chatfield currently carries a $3.025 million cap hit and has a 15-team no-trade list, which could complicate potential trade discussions.