Jordan Staal Achieves Hurricanes Milestone
Jordan Staal set a new franchise record for the most games played as a Carolina Hurricane by appearing in his 910th game, surpassing his brother Eric Staal. The milestone came during a thrilling NHL game against the Minnesota Wild in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Game Highlights and Incident
During the first period, Staal was involved in a rare fight with Minnesota's Tyler Pitlick. Following this, he missed a significant portion of the game. Despite the setback, the Hurricanes secured a 4-3 victory over the Wild.
Staal's Reflections
“I appreciate the boys battling it out for me there. Getting a good memory out of milestone game and getting the two points. It has been a lot of fun with these guys here and all the other teammates I’ve played with it has been just a joy and blessing and I’m just happy to keep going.”
Career Overview
- Age: 37
- Third in franchise history for games played when including the Hartford Whalers era, behind Ron Francis (1,186) and Glen Wesley (913).
- Spent first six NHL seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
In-Game Observations
During the fight, Staal exchanged blows with Tyler Pitlick. Shortly after, he was seen skating toward the penalty box, also showing concern for an injured teammate, Jalen Chatfield.
Jordan Staal’s dedication and leadership continue to make a significant impact on the Carolina Hurricanes.
Summary: Jordan Staal became the Carolina Hurricanes' all-time leader in games played, marking the achievement during a game highlighted by a rare fight, while the team earned a narrow victory over Minnesota.