Jordan Staal's Top 10 moments as a Hurricane before we celebrate his big milestone

Jordan Staal's Top 10 Moments as a Hurricane Ahead of Major Milestone

On Thursday night at the Lenovo Center, Jordan Staal will make history as he suits up against the Minnesota Wild, surpassing his brother Eric in all-time games played for the Carolina Hurricanes. This game marks a significant milestone for Staal and the franchise.

Previously, in Tuesday's win over the New York Rangers, Staal tied Eric Staal for the most games played with the Hurricanes. His upcoming 910th game will put him in sole possession of third place in franchise history, behind only NHL Hall of Fame members Ron Francis (1,186 games) and Glen Wesley (913 games). Staal is expected to surpass Wesley for second place next Friday against the Vancouver Canucks, barring any unexpected events.

Since joining the Hurricanes in 2012 through a trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins, Staal has embodied what it means to be a Hurricane. He ranks near the top in most major statistics post-relocation, demonstrating a clutch performance in both regular season and playoffs.

Key Career Highlights

"Jordan Staal tied his brother, Eric, for the most games as a Carolina Hurricane in the team's victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday."

"His 910th game with the Hurricanes will make him the team's leader since relocation in 1997."

As captain, Staal’s upcoming milestone highlights his durable presence and impact on the Hurricanes organization, celebrating a career defined by leadership and resilience.

Author’s summary: Jordan Staal is about to become the Carolina Hurricanes' all-time leader in games played, reflecting his lasting influence and key contributions to the team since 2012.

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