Rod Brind'Amour, a former Hurricanes player and current head coach, joined Eric Staal in the rafters as Staal's No. 12 was retired. Brind'Amour's legacy is intertwined with the franchise's success, including the 2006 Stanley Cup victory, which Staal highlighted as a career highlight.

Rod Brind'Amour expressed optimism regarding Frederik Andersen's return to full team practice, describing it as a 'good day for him' and a positive first step in the goaltender's recovery from knee surgery. This reflects Brind'Amour's supportive coaching style and his focus on player health and performance.

Rod Brind’Amour became the fastest coach in NHL history to reach 300 wins, achieving this milestone in just 488 games, eight fewer than the previous record held by Bruce Boudreau. This accomplishment highlights his effectiveness and leadership in guiding the Hurricanes.

Rod Brind’Amour became the fastest coach in NHL history to reach 300 wins, achieving this milestone in just 488 games, surpassing Bruce Boudreau's record by eight games. This accomplishment highlights his effectiveness and impact as a coach for the Hurricanes.

Rod Brind'Amour was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine by Governor Roy Cooper, recognizing his significant contributions to North Carolina as a player, coach, and community figure. Cooper highlighted Brind'Amour's role in creating a culture of winning with the Hurricanes and his dedication to youth hockey. In his seventh season as head coach, Brind'Amour, a key player on the franchise's 2006 Stanley Cup championship team, emphasized the importance of teamwork over personal accolades.