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Stanley Cup: Rod Brind'Amour defends Game 1 decision not to challenge for goalie interference

Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour expressed no regret over not challenging the Vegas Golden Knights' first goal in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Supplies two assists Chatfield logged two assists, two hits, three blocked shots and two PIM in Tuesday's 5-4 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

Impact Chatfield has racked up five helpers over his last five contests. The shutdown defenseman doesn't always get significantly involved on offense, but he's done his part as the Hurricanes have worked deeper into the postseason. Overall, he's racked up a goal, six helpers, 24 shots on net, 22 blocked shots, 10 hits, 12 PIM and a plus-3 rating over 14 playoff outings in a top-four role.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ranking the best and worst playoff beards in the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup finals | Sporting News From Jalen Chatfield's grizzled mane to Mitch Marner's valiant attempt, the facial hair stakes have never been higher in the 2026 NHL Stanle...

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Andersen remains steady in emotional win as Hurricanes advance to Stanley Cup Final

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen continued his strong postseason in net in an emotional win that pushed the Eastern Conference's top seed to the Stanley Cup Final

MAY 30 • Associated Press

Postgame Quotes: Postgame Quotes: Ehlers and Chatfield | Carolina Hurricanes Nikolaj Ehlers and Jalen Chatfield speak to the media following tonight's 3-2 overtime win over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 2 of the East...

MAY 24 • NHL.COM

Ehlers' huge Game 2 performance in Eastern Conference Final pushes Hurricanes past Canadiens in OT

Nikolaj Ehlers gave the Carolina Hurricanes the scoring punch they needed to get back in the Eastern Conference Final against the Montreal Canadiens

MAY 24 • Associated Press

Dishes pair of helpers Chatfield logged two assists, two shots on goal, two blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over the Canadiens in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Impact This was Chatfield's first multi-point effort of the postseason. The 30-year-old defenseman had a hand in both of Nikolaj Ehlers' tallies, including the game-winner 3:29 into overtime. Over 10 playoff contests, Chatfield has earned a goal, three assists, 19 shots on net, 11 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating while filling a shutdown role in the Hurricanes' top four.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ehlers' OT goal lifts Hurricanes past Canadiens in Game 2 of Eastern Conference Final

Nikolaj Ehlers got loose up the center of the ice and popped the puck past Jakub Dobes at 3:29 of overtime to lift the Carolina Hurricanes past the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Saturd...

MAY 24 • Associated Press

Nets shorthanded goal Chatfield scored a shorthanded goal on five shots and blocked two shots in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Flyers in Game 3.

Impact Chatfield's second-period tally stood as the game-winner. The 29-year-old defenseman has done his usual shutdown work this postseason, but he hasn't added a lot of offense. He's at two points, 14 shots on net, four hits, seven blocked shots, six PIM and a plus-1 rating across seven playoff outings. Chatfield will continue to see top-four minutes, but he's not expected to be in the power-play mix.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 8 • YOUTUBE

Hurricanes beat the Flyers 4-1 in Game 3, take a 3-0 series lead

The Carolina Hurricanes have won their seventh straight playoff game, defeating the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1 in Game 3

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Gathers helper Saturday Chatfield logged an assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Senators in Game 4.

Impact Chatfield had one helper, seven shots on net, four blocked shots, three hits and six PIM over four games as the Hurricanes swept the Senators out of the first round. The 29-year-old defenseman dealt with a lower-body injury late in the regular season but has been able to handle his usual top-four minutes in the playoffs. He posted 17 points, 100 shots on net, 63 blocked shots and a plus-15 rating over 72 regular-season outings.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Back on blue line Chatfield (undisclosed) was back at practice Thursday after missing the final game of the regular season Tuesday against the Islanders, Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Chatfield lined up alongside Jaccob Slavin on the first unit. The defenseman had two goals and 17 points in 72 regular-season appearances in 2025-26.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out regular-season finale Chatfield (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Islanders.

Impact Chatfield has been battling a lower-body injury recently, though this undisclosed label suggests he is simply resting. Expect the 29-year-old shutdown defenseman back in action for Game 1 of the playoffs.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Chatfield (lower body) is poised to return to the lineup against Philadelphia on Monday, according to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Impact Following a two-game absence, Chatfield will skate on the top pairing against the Flyers on Monday. Carolina is resting Jaccob Slavin (undisclosed) and Shayne Gostisbehere (undisclosed) in the contest. Chatfield has two goals, 17 points, 99 shots on net, 62 blocked shots and 36 hits in 71 outings this campaign.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes take win streak into game against the Flyers

The Carolina Hurricanes will try to keep their three-game win streak going when they visit the Philadelphia Flyers

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Remains unavailable Chatfield (lower body) won't play against Utah on Saturday.

Impact Chatfield will miss his second straight game. He has chipped in two goals, 17 points, 99 shots on net, 62 blocked shots and 36 hits in 71 outings this campaign.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield misses win at Chicago with unspecified injury

The Carolina Hurricanes rested several key players — and still cruised to an important win

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Not in lineup Thursday Chatfield (lower body) won't play Thursday versus the Blackhawks, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Impact Chatfield is less than 100 percent, so he'll be out of the lineup. The Hurricanes have Mike Reilly and Charles-Alexis Legault on hand to fill in, and both of them are likely to play as the team pivots to resting players ahead of the postseason.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Tuesday's game Chatfield (lower body) won't return to Tuesday's game versus the Bruins.

Impact It's unclear what caused Chatfield's injury. The Hurricanes are likely to be cautious with his return timeline ahead of the postseason, as they've all but locked up the Metropolitan Division. If Chatfield misses time, Mike Reilly will likely draw into the lineup.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Puts away goal in win Chatfield scored a goal in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Penguins.

Impact This was just the second goal of the season for Chatfield. He snapped an eight-game point drought with the tally. The 29-year-old defenseman fills a shutdown role in the Hurricanes' top four, which explains his limited offense. For the season, he's at 16 points, 87 shots on net, 55 blocked shots, 34 hits and a plus-15 rating over 63 appearances, production roughly in line with what he's done over the last couple of years.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes score 3 times on the power play in a 5-1 win over the Penguins

Seth Jarvis scored on a power play and assisted on two other man-advantage goals as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

CAR@PIT: Chatfield scores goal against Stuart Skinner | Carolina Hurricanes Jalen Chatfield (CAR) scores goal against Stuart Skinner (PIT) to make it 0 - 3

MARCH 22 • NHL.COM

Two helpers in Ottawa Chatfield picked up two assists in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Senators.

Impact Both helpers came in the first period as the Hurricanes grabbed a 3-0 lead, as Chatfield had a hand in tallies by William Carrier and Taylor Hall. Chatfield led all Carolina blueliners in even-strength ice time (19:40) on Saturday as Shayne Gostisbehere (lower body) missed a fifth straight game, but he hadn't taken much advantage of the extra workload so far. Saturday's assists were Chatfield's first points since Jan. 8.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

On The Mic: Jalen Chatfield | Carolina Hurricanes Hear from Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield, who wore a microphone during the game on Oct. 30

JANUARY 14 • NHL.COM

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