Mag Rankings: Carolina Hurricanes
Jeff Skinner leads a Canes team that could return to the playoffs
ESPN Insider goes deep on all 30 teams to get you prepped for the 2011-12 NHL season.
Here's how the Carolina Hurricanes shape up, including a potential breakout player, a key stat and the views of a division rival. And check out our preseason rankings to see how they stack up against the rest of the league.
To read more about the season preview for the Carolina Hurricanes -- including Craig Custance's player to watch and a key stat -- you must be an ESPN Insider.
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