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Pyotr Kochetkov Makes Carolina Hurricanes History After Jets Game

The Carolina Hurricanes are absolutely rolling right now through their NHL schedule.Through their first 15+ games, Carolina is 12-2-2, atop the Metro Division and atop the NHL standings leaderboard with 26 points.With their 7-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets on…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 11:15 PM
Pyotr Kochetkov Makes Carolina Hurricanes History After Jets Game
Key Things to Know
  • Pyotr Kochetkov achieved a franchise-best 10-0-0 start following a 7-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets.
  • Carolina shut out the Winnipeg Jets 7-0 on Sunday afternoon.
  • The Hurricanes took top spot in the NHL standings with a 12-2-2 record and 26 points.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov made franchise history following a 7-0 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday afternoon. The 27-year-old netminder opened the season with a 10-0-0 record across his first 10 starts, setting the best start to a campaign in Hurricanes history.

Carolina promoted Kochetkov to the primary starting role after allowing Freddie Andersen to depart in free agency. With the victory, the Hurricanes improved to a 12-2-2 record to lead the Metropolitan Division and the overall NHL standings with 26 points before embarking on a two-game road trip.

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