Undefeated Hurricanes want to reach ‘another level’ in playoffs. How can they do it?

RALEIGH, N.C. — Jordan Staal called the idea that the Hurricanes have had an easy road to the Eastern Conference final “funny.” Coach Rod Brind’Amour took it a step further, saying it is discourse not even worth having.“Anyone who says that is just wasting time,” he said.The Hurricanes, however, have plenty of time to waste. With their next opponent being decided by Saturday at the earliest, Carolina is combining high-energy practices with strategic time off.Advertisement