Preview: January 1 vs. Montreal

RALEIGH, N.C. – The Carolina Hurricanes kick off 2026 on home ice against the Montreal Canadiens.

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When: Thursday, Jan. 1

Puck Drop: 7:00 p.m. ET

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Listen: 99.9 The Fan, Hurricanes App

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Canes Record: 25-12-3 (51 Points, 1st – Metropolitan Division)

Canes Last Game: 5-1 Loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Dec. 30

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Canadiens Record: 21-12-6 (48 Points, 2nd – Atlantic Division)

Canadiens Last Game: 3-2 Win over the Florida Panthers on Dec. 30