Skyler Brind'Amour, a former Oilers draft pick and the son of Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour, was also cut from the team's roster during the recent round of roster reductions. His release highlights the competitive nature of the Hurricanes' training camp, where he faced stiff competition from a number of prospects.

Skyler Brind'Amour has signed a one-year, two-way deal with the Hurricanes, earning $775,000 at the NHL level and $75,000 in the AHL. At 25, he showcased impressive defensive awareness in the AHL last season and had a strong preseason, particularly excelling on the penalty kill and in faceoffs. Originally a sixth-round pick by the Oilers in 2017, he opted to complete his collegiate career with Quinnipiac, winning the NCAA Championship in 2023. After a brief stint with the Charlotte Checkers, he joined the Hurricanes on a professional tryout. His father, coach Rod Brind'Amour, balances pride with a critical perspective in evaluating his son's performance.