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3-Year Carolina Hurricanes Payer Suddenly Cut By New Team

The Carolina Hurricanes are off to a solid start to their Stanley Cup title defense in the 2026-27 NHL season. Through four games, the Canes are 2-1-1, and on Thursday, they have a matchup with the Vancouver Canucks (at home).…

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 7:36 PM
3-Year Carolina Hurricanes Payer Suddenly Cut By New Team
Key Things to Know
  • Former Carolina Hurricanes forward Stefan Noesen was placed on waivers by the New Jersey Devils.
  • Noesen went scoreless across two games this season before being a healthy scratch against Utah.
  • If he clears waivers, Noesen is expected to be assigned to the AHL's Utica Comets.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Carolina Hurricanes forward Stefan Noesen was placed on waivers by the New Jersey Devils on Thursday. Noesen had appeared in the Devils' first two regular-season games, recording zero points while averaging 7:24 of ice time, before being designated as a healthy scratch against Utah on Tuesday.

If Noesen clears waivers, he is expected to join the AHL's Utica Comets for more consistent playing time. Across his three seasons with Carolina from 2021 to 2024, Noesen registered 73 points in 161 games, contributing to a 13-season NHL career totaling 175 points in 484 games.

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