Depth Forward Signs One-Year Extension With Carolina

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Viktor Neuchev to a one-year, two-way contract.The deal will pay the Russian winger $850,000 at the NHL level and $90,000 at the AHL level.The 22-year-old forward was acquired by the Hurricanes last season from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for defenseman Gavin Bayreuther.In 160 career AHL games, Neuchev has 28 goals and 75 points and added two goals and six points in 21 postseason games last season.Recent ArticlesA Sum Greater Than The Parts: Carolina's Championship Was Built On Underrated Talent, Unity and DeterminationSeth Jarvis Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; Will Miss Start Of 2026-27 SeasonHurricanes AGM Darren Yorke Breaks Down Carolina's 2026 Draft ClassStanley Cup Engraved With Names Of 2026 Carolina Hurricanes Championship SquadImageStay updated with the most interesting Carolina Hurricanes stories, analysis, breaking news and more! Tap the star to add us to your favorites on Google News to never miss a story.For action-packed issues, access to the entire magazine archive and a free issue, subscribe to The Hockey News at THN.com/free. Get the latest news and trending stories by subscribing to our newsletter here. And share your thoughts by commenting below the article on THN.com or creating your own post in our community forum.