Jordan Staal's Top 10 moments as a Hurricane before we celebrate his big milestone

Jordan Staal's Top 10 Moments as a Hurricane Before a Major Milestone

On Thursday night, when Jordan Staal takes the ice against the Minnesota Wild, he will surpass his brother in Carolina Hurricanes history. The game at the Lenovo Center promises to be memorable, as the Hurricanes face Kirill Kaprizov and the Wild.

Staal tied with his brother Eric for the most games played as a Carolina Hurricane during the team’s recent win over the New York Rangers on Tuesday. His upcoming 910th game will break that tie, making him the all-time leader in games played since the franchise relocated in 1997.

Currently, Jordan Staal ranks third in franchise history behind NHL Hall of Famer Ron Francis, who played 1,186 games, and Hurricanes Hall of Famer Glen Wesley with 913 games. Staal is expected to surpass Wesley next Friday against the Vancouver Canucks, barring any unforeseen events.

Acquired in a trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 2012 draft, Staal has become the embodiment of a Carolina Hurricane. He ranks near the top in most major statistics since the team’s relocation and has shown a clutch performance in both regular season and playoffs.

"Jordan Staal tied his brother, Eric, for the most games as a Carolina Hurricane in the team's victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday."
"Staal's 910th game with the Hurricanes will make him the team's leader since relocation in 1997."

With the team captain reaching such a pivotal milestone, it is a perfect moment to reflect on some of his greatest achievements and highlights throughout his time with the Hurricanes.

Author's summary: Jordan Staal’s upcoming milestone game cements his legacy as a key figure in Hurricanes history, showcasing his durability and clutch performances since joining the team in 2012.

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