Carolina Hurricanes "Tried Really Hard" To Acquire Sharks Defenseman
The Carolina Hurricanes have actively pursued a trade for defenseman Mario Ferraro from the San Jose Sharks, and reportedly "tried really hard" to acquire him this past offseason.Ferraro, a 25-year-old promising player in the NHL with an attractive contract, is signed for two more seasons at an affordable average annual value of $3.25 million. According to Elliotte Friedman, hurricanes tried really hard to get Mario Ferraro from San Jose this past offseason. Also said that there probably is a team like Carolina, that be willing to give up assets to get him. #causechaos #nhl #podcast— The Caniac Report (@TheCaniacReport) December 4, 2023 The Hurricanes' interest in Ferraro signals their determination to bolster their defensive lineup, with the young rearguard catching their attention.Thus far this season, the 25-year-old has zero goals and four assists, along with an ugly -18 plus/minus rating across 25 games played. He's also averaging 22:02 time on ice this season.However, the San Jose Sharks, who are in a rebuilding phase, face a crucial decision regarding Ferraro's future. It's intermission so while we wait...please enjoy this beauty angle of the 1st goal from Jacob MacDonald & Mario Ferraro 😍 pic.twitter.com/lkx6LUIULz— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) December 2, 2023 While they may see him as a valuable asset for their long-term plans, the Hurricanes' pursuit has raised the possibility of a trade. Over his five-year career in the NHL, spent entirely with San Jose, Ferraro has amassed nine goals and 57 total points over 277 games played, along with a -75 plus/minus rating.
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