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Canes Lock In Håkansson for 3 Years | Carolina Hurricanes News
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- Jul 15, 2026
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- 102
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Summary
Carolina Hurricanes just inked 18-year-old defenseman William Håkansson to a three-year entry-level deal worth $850K in Year 1, rising to $950K by Year 3, with bonuses and incentives. Drafted 51st in 2026, the 6’4”, 216-pound Swede dominated Sweden’s top league last season, adding two assists in 22 games and nine playoff appearances. He also shone internationally, helping Sweden win gold at the 2026 WJC with two assists in seven games. GM Eric Tulsky is thrilled—this is a smart, high-potential gamble on a future cornerstone. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/da132fc54a290a98