A winding road led Stefan Noesen to the Carolina organization last season, and a career year in the AHL. Now after re-signing this summer, Noesen is a familiar face for the organization’s young players, whether that’s with the Hurricanes or the Chicago Wolves.

It is one of the most important roles in any National Hockey League organization: the American Hockey League head coach.

As he begins his seventh pro season, Andrew Poturalski has developed into one of the most talented and decorated players outside the NHL. Now he might have his best chance to stick in the show.

The Carolina Hurricanes have named Brock Sheahan the new head coach of their American Hockey League affiliate, the Chicago Wolves.

The San Jose Sharks have hired Ryan Warsofsky as an assistant coach. Warsofsky joins the staff of new head coach David Quinn in San Jose after leading the Chicago Wolves to a Calder Cup championship in 2021-22.

The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed defenseman Max Lajoie to a one-year, two-way contract.

The Carolina Hurricanes have agreed to terms with forward Mackenzie MacEachern on a one-year, two-way contract.

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed goaltender Zachary Sawchenko to a one-year, two-way contract.

The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed forward Stefan Noesen to a two-year contract.

Lifting the Calder Cup is becoming something of a June tradition for Chicago Wolves captain Andrew Poturalski.