Happy Thanksgiving, my dearest Wordlers! I hope you’re having a lovely holiday (and if you’re not in the US, you can celebrate with us regardless all it takes is some good food and if available some fine folks to share it with). Yesterday was Wordle Wednesday, and I dropped the ball and didn’t make it Thanksgiving-themed. In any case, today you get the answer. This was the riddle: What comes before God, is more evil than the Devil, and if you eat it, you’ll die? The answer: Nothing. Let’s solve this Wordle! Looking for Wednesday’s Wordle? Check out our guide right here. Today’s Bonus Wordle Now that we can create our own custom Wordles, I’m including a bonus Wordle with each daily Wordle guide. These can be 4 to 7 letters long. Hopefully this is a fun extra challenge. Here’s today’s bonus custom Wordle. This custom Wordle is 6 letters long. The clue: The turkey before dinner. The rest of us after. How To Solve Today’s Wordle How To Play Wordle Wordle is a daily word puzzle game where your goal is to guess a hidden five-letter word in six tries or fewer. After each guess, the game gives feedback to help you get closer to the answer: Green: The letter is in the word and in the correct spot. Yellow: The letter is in the word, but in the wrong spot. Gray: The letter is not in the word at all. Use these clues to narrow down your guesses. Every day brings a new word, and everyone around the world is trying to solve the same puzzle. Some Wordlers also play Competitive Wordle against friends, family, the Wordle Bot or even against me, your humble narrator. See rules for Competitive Wordle toward the end of this post. Today’s Wordle Hints And Answer Wordle Bot’s Starting Word: SLATE My Starting Word Today: CRONE (238 words remaining) The Hint: Send (or cancel) payment. The Clue: This Wordle begins and ends with consonants. Okay, spoilers below! The answer is coming! . The Answer: Wordle Bot Analysis Every day I check Wordle Bot to help analyze my guessing game. You can check your Wordle score with Wordle Bot right here. CRONE was a disappointing opener today, leaving me with 238 words and two yellow boxes. I scored a green box and slashed my remaining solutions down to just eight with ALERT. At this point, I just wanted to guess something that would narrow it down further and maybe get another vowel. I was pleasantly surprised when REMIT was the Wordle! Competitive Wordle Score I get 1 point for guessing in three and another for beating the Wordle Bot. The Wordle Bot gets 0 for guessing in four and -1 for losing to me. Our November totals widen to neck-and-neck territory: Erik: 13 points Wordle Bot: 14 points How To Play Competitive Wordle Guessing in 1 is worth 3 points; guessing in 2 is worth 2 points; guessing in 3 is worth 1 point; guessing in 4 is worth 0 points; guessing in 5 is -1 points; guessing in 6 is -2 points and missing the Wordle is -3 points. If you beat your opponent you get 1 point. If you tie, you get 0 points. And if you lose to your opponent, you get -1 point. Add it up to get your score. Keep a daily running score or just play for a new score each day. Fridays are 2XP, meaning you double your points-positive or negative. You can keep a running tally or just play day-by-day. Enjoy! Today’s Wordle Definition & Etymology Remit comes from Latin remittere, meaning “to send back, release, relax, or let go.” It’s formed from re- (“back, again”) + mittere (“to send”). In Middle English, remitten meant “to forgive, pardon, or cancel a debt,” which is why remit today still means things like “cancel,” “forgive,” or “send payment.” Be sure to follow me for all your daily puzzle-solving guides, TV show and movie reviews and more here on this blog!.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/finance/todays-wordle-1622-hints-and-answer-for-thursday-november-27/
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Frances Tiafoe’s girlfriend Ayan irked by American facing early morning doping test after tiring trip back home from Las Vegas
Frances Tiafoe’s girlfriend Ayan Broomfield recently expressed her annoyance at the American ATP star being approached by tennis doping officials for a test soon after the couple returned from a Las Vegas trip. According to Broomfield, a former tennis player currently making a name for herself as a content creator and influencer, the lovebirds’ plans of getting a good night’s rest were ruined by the doping officials. On Tuesday, November 25, the 28-year-old Canadian took to her Instagram Stories and shared a few posts to update followers on her and Tiafoe’s return home from their Las Vegas trip. One of the posts featured a video of the two-time US Open semifinalist walking towards the exit of a Washington, DC, airport after their flight from Vegas landed. Broomfield captioned this post: Thanks for the submission! “Back w my bb 🥰🥰” In a subsequent video, the Canadian captured how her and Frances Tiafoe’s restful sleep at home was interrupted in the early hours of the morning by doping officials. Making her annoyance clear with the officials over their sudden visit, Ayan Broomfield captioned the post: “Pov you just got back from Vegas and trying to get a proper night’s rest and of course doping comes bright and early omg” On the tennis front, Tiafoe decided to end his 2025 tennis season earlier than expected after suffering numerous disappointing results. “It wasn’t the season I hoped for” Frances Tiafoe Frances Tiafoe’s most recent competitive outing came at this year’s Shanghai Masters. Here, seeded No. 25 in the men’s singles main draw, the American received a first-round bye. However, he was shockingly ousted from the prestigious ATP Masters 1000 hardcourt event by Yannick Hanfmann in the second round. This proved to be Tiafoe’s last match in what was a hugely underwhelming 2025 season for him. Not long after his shocking exit from Shanghai, the 27-year-old took to Instagram and candidly reflected on his disappointing results this year, writing: “2025 season has come to an end early this year for the kid. It wasn’t the season I hoped for but lots of lessons learned on and off court.” Subsequently, Tiafoe announced he would be starting afresh for the 2026 season with an all-new team. The American ended 2025 as the World No. 30, a far cry from the career-high ranking of No. 10 he achieved in June 2023.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/news-frances-tiafoe-s-girlfriend-ayan-irked-american-facing-early-morning-doping-test-tiring-trip-back-home-las-vegas
Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Prediction and Betting Tips | November 26th 2025
Millwall will host Sheffield Wednesday at The Den on Wednesday in another round of the 2025-26 EFL Championship campaign. The home side have had an overall positive season but have lost their way in recent games and have now dropped out of the promotion playoff spots. They suffered a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Portsmouth upon returning from the international break last weekend, falling 2-0 behind before a red card to Joe Bryan midway through the second half all but ended their chances of mounting a comeback. Thanks for the submission! Sheffield Wednesday, meanwhile, have endured a woeful campaign and appear to be on borrowed time in the second tier as they continue to reel from the heavy points deduction handed to them last month. The Owls suffered a 3-0 defeat to rivals Sheffield United in the Steel City derby on Sunday and could have few complaints about the result after failing to register a single shot on target throughout the contest. They remain rock-bottom in the Championship table with -4 points and will be desperate for a positive result on Wednesday to lift the mood around the club. Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Head-to-Head and Key Numbers There have been 55 meetings between Millwall and Wednesday. The hosts have won 18 of those games while the visitors have won two more. There have been 17 draws between the two teams including their most recent matchup which ended 2-2. The hosts have lost just one of their last nine games in this fixture. Wednesday have the worst offensive and defensive records in the English second tier this season with 12 goals scored and 32 conceded in 16 games. Millwall have scored 18 goals in the Championship this term, the fewest of any team in the top half of the table. Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Prediction The Lions head into the midweek clash on a four-game winless streak after winning each of their previous four. They are, however, undefeated in their last four home matches and are firm favourites for Wednesday’s game. The Owls have lost their last two games and are winless in their last 10. They have the joint-worst away record in the division so far and could lose this one. Prediction: Millwall 2-1 Sheffield Wednesday Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Betting Tips Tip 1 Result: Millwall Tip 2 Goals Over/under 2. 5 Over 2. 5 goals (Four of the last five matches between the two teams have produced more than 2. 5 goals) Tip 3 Both teams to score: YES (Both sides have found the back of the net in three of the hosts’ last four matches).
https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/millwall-vs-sheffield-wednesday-prediction-betting-tips-november-26th-2025
Memphis HC Penny Hardaway sends stern message about effort after Purdue loss
Penny Hardaway didn’t hold back on the Memphis Tigers’ struggles following their 80-71 loss to the No. 1 Purdue Boilermakers on Thursday night. Going into the matchup, Memphis had a 1-2 record. They beat San Francisco in the opener but lost their next two contests against Ole Miss and UNLV, disappointing results to the high expectations they had to start the year. Then came the matchup against Purdue. Facing the top-ranked team in the country was always going to be a tall task, but the Tigers competed with the Boilermakers throughout the course of the game before faltering down the stretch. Hardaway reflected on the loss after the game, per reporter Parth Upadhyaya. He was proud of the team’s effort in competing but refuses to accept moral victories due to the standard they set for themselves. “I’m proud of the guys’ effort, but we don’t accept moral victories. If we played this hard all year, we would be 3-1 instead of 1-3,” Hardaway said. How Penny Hardaway, Memphis performed against Purdue Penny Hardaway wants to have a deep tournament run with the Memphis Tigers. However, their slow start to the year will make that objective easier said than done, especially after losing to Purdue. Memphis had a great start to the matchup, leading for a solid stretch. However, their defense faltered down the stretch as they have up 44 points in the second half, giving Purdue the distance they needed to earn the win. Perimeter shooting and ball movement made the difference in this matchup. The Boilermakers dominated in both categories by making 11 3-pointers and creating 20 assists. It wasn’t the same for the Tigers as they only knocked down four triples and dished out nine assists. Four players scored in double-digits for Memphis. Dug McDaniel led the way with 18 points, six rebounds, six assists, and a steal. He shot 7-of-15 from the field, including 1-of-4 from beyond the arc, and 3-of-3 from the free-throw line. Zach Davis came next with 11 points and three assists, Sincere Parker put up 10 points and five rebounds, while Tariq Ingraham had 10 points and three rebounds. The Tigers will look to bounce back in their next matchup, remaining on the road. They face the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Nov. 21 at 7 p. m. ET.
https://clutchpoints.com/ncaa-basketball/memphis-basketball-news-penny-hardaway-sends-stern-message-effort-purdue-loss
Mets Predicted to Sign $200M All-Star After Pitching Disaster Last Season
The New York Mets’ starting rotation was a mess last season and played a major role in the team missing the postseason. However, the Mets have an opportunity to bolster their rotation this offseason.
One of the biggest issues for the Mets is the lack of a clear ace. Starting pitchers for the team posted a 4.13 ERA last season, ranking 18th in Major League Baseball. Fortunately, there are solid options available in free agency to help strengthen their pitching staff.
CBS Sports’ Dayn Perry recently predicted that the Mets would land Framber Valdez. “If the Mets are going to turn the page on a disappointing 2025, then they’ll probably need a true frontline presence in the rotation,” Perry wrote. “Valdez is that, and he’s been one of the most reliable starting pitchers in all of baseball over the last half decade. It says here Steve Cohen will meet the ask and fortify the Mets for a run at the NL East title in 2026.”
Valdez is widely regarded as one of the best pitchers in baseball, but he will come at a steep price in free agency. Spotrac projects him to sign a six-year, $200 million deal this winter.
A two-time All-Star and World Series champion, Valdez made 31 starts last season and posted a 3.66 ERA. Although that was one of his worst seasons statistically, it speaks volumes about his consistent performance over the years. Since 2021, Valdez has made 143 starts with an impressive 3.20 ERA. He has also received Cy Young Award votes in four separate seasons.
Adding Valdez to the Mets’ rotation would provide the true ace they’ve been lacking and significantly improve their chances in the upcoming season.
https://www.newsweek.com/sports/mlb/mets-predicted-to-sign-200m-all-star-after-pitching-disaster-last-season-11030742
Iga Swiatek’s ‘valuable’ partnership with luxury automobile giant comes to an end after 2 years, reveals Pole’s manager
**Iga Swiatek’s Partnership with Porsche Comes to an End After Two Years**
Iga Swiatek’s valuable partnership with luxury automobile giant Porsche has come to a close after two years. The news was confirmed by the Polish tennis star’s manager, who also revealed that both parties remain interested in exploring ways to extend their collaboration in the future.
Swiatek first partnered with Porsche in 2023, following her victory at the Stuttgart Open—a tournament sponsored by Porsche in both 2022 and 2023. The tennis star and the automobile manufacturer signed a two-year contract. Wojciech Grzegorski, Brand Director of Porsche Poland, praised Swiatek, calling the six-time Grand Slam champion the “epitome of Porsche’s ‘Driven by Dreams’ slogan.”
Recently, Swiatek’s manager, Alina Sikora, shared more details with journalist Dominik Senkowski. Senkowski announced the update on X, stating:
“Iga Świątek is no longer collaborating with the Porsche brand. Iga’s contract with Porsche ended in the middle of this year. It was certainly a valuable partnership, which is why both sides are open to talks and continuation in the future, Alina Sikora, the tennis player’s manager, told me.”
Swiatek herself has previously expressed admiration for the Porsche brand. In an official press release, she said:
“Ever since I won (the Stuttgart Open) last year, I’ve come to associate the Porsche brand with not only great sports cars but also with the excitement I’ve experienced on court and the opportunities the sport offers. As the winner of the tournament, I was privileged to drive a Porsche twice as the main prize onto the Centre Court. It did actually cross my mind that it was a natural partnership for me.”
Iga Swiatek is the proud owner of two Porsches—a red Panamera and a blue Taycan—both gifted to her following her victories at the 2022 and 2023 Stuttgart Open tournaments.
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**Iga Swiatek Finishes 2025 Season on a Disappointing Note at WTA Finals**
On the tennis front, Swiatek was most recently seen competing at the 2025 WTA Finals in Riyadh. Entering the event as the second seed, she was considered one of the favorites to claim the title.
Swiatek started her campaign strongly, securing a straight-sets win over Madison Keys. However, she was subsequently defeated by Elena Rybakina and Amanda Anisimova in her remaining two group stage matches, resulting in an early exit from the tournament.
Despite this disappointing finish to her season, Swiatek has enjoyed a number of impressive results throughout 2025, with the highlight being her triumph at the prestigious Wimbledon Championships.
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As the partnership chapter with Porsche closes, tennis fans and car enthusiasts alike look forward to seeing what both Iga Swiatek and the luxury brand have in store for the future.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/news-iga-swiatek-s-valuable-partnership-luxury-automobile-giant-comes-end-2-years-reveals-pole-s-manager
AirPods Max Are Still the Best Premium Headphones
When Apple finally updated the AirPods Max at the early 2025 AirPods event, people were excited. The original AirPods Max were among the most expensive Bluetooth headphones ever released, and despite being on the market for four years, they hadn’t seen any significant updates. Yet, the long-awaited AirPods Max 2 turned out to be only minor improvements.
Apple announced the addition of USB-C support in compliance with EU regulations, aligning the AirPods Max 2 with the rest of Apple’s product lineup. They also introduced a few new colors. However, beyond these changes, there was little else: no new design featuring lighter construction, no enhancement in noise-canceling capabilities, no audio improvements, and no changes to the core drivers. Additionally, the headphones still do not fold. Notably, Apple did not introduce a new carrying case, despite longstanding criticism of the included leather “bra”-style pouch.
For many, this made the AirPods Max 2 a disappointing release. However, if you’re an Apple user looking for headphones that feel exceptionally premium, look stunning, sound fantastic, and rival the best in noise-canceling technology, it’s hard to complain.
### Design and Build Quality
Many perceived flaws of the AirPods Max come down to design choices and compromises that set them apart from competitors. The headphones are neither as lightweight nor foldable like Bose or Sony models because Apple opts for premium materials such as brushed aluminum for the cups and buttons instead of plastics. While they lack a protective carrying case, the unique “bra” design may be less protective but is easy to slip on and convenient for everyday use.
### Controls and User Experience
One of the standout features of the AirPods Max is their intuitive control scheme. While I personally prefer the slightly more complex controls on the Nothing Headphones (1), the AirPods Max rank a close second. They utilize a version of the Apple Watch dial for play, pause, and volume controls, complemented by a second long-press button for toggling noise-canceling and transparency modes.
### Sound Quality and Performance
Though updates have been minimal, the underlying formula remains superb. The AirPods Max drivers deliver fantastic sound with a wide, bright, and vocal-centric tuning right out of the box. The sound profile is relatively balanced and neutral enough to please most listeners, despite lacking an EQ customization option.
In terms of overall sound quality, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Gen. 2 currently holds the top spot for Bluetooth headphones, provided you set aside the exceptional but less reliable $1,549 Bang & Olufsen H100. Still, the AirPods Max are competitive, and your personal taste will ultimately decide which you prefer.
### Noise Cancellation and Ambient Sound
When it comes to noise cancellation, Bose remains the undisputed leader in the market, and the AirPods Max don’t quite reach that level. However, the AirPods Max shine with the best ambient sound mode available. If you can overlook their weight, transparency mode makes it feel like you’re not even wearing headphones during conversations.
### New Features
It’s not entirely accurate to say the AirPods Max 2 received no changes. The headphones now support Lossless Audio when connected via USB-C, enabling users to take advantage of one of the best features of Apple Music.
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In conclusion, while the AirPods Max 2 may not offer revolutionary updates, their premium materials, excellent sound quality, superior ambient sound mode, and seamless Apple ecosystem integration keep them a compelling choice for those invested in Apple’s products.
https://www.nysun.com/article/airpods-max-are-still-the-best-premium-headphones
Five things we learned in Miami Hurricanes’ needed win over Syracuse
The Miami Hurricanes bounced back from their disappointing loss to SMU with a four-touchdown win over a struggling Syracuse team, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Miami needed the win, and ultimately got the victory. Here are five things we learned from Saturday evening’s win:
### 1. The Offense Started Poorly
Hurricanes fans were getting restless in the first half as Miami’s first four drives ended in punts. UM did not get on the board through the first 27 minutes of the game against a defense that has been one of the worst in the Power 4. Several things tripped the Hurricanes up. A potential big play was batted down at the line, and UM made mistakes like dropped passes that caused drives to stall.
As halftime neared, Miami’s offense was clearly struggling. It was a bad look for an offense that was hovering just above 50th in the nation. Going forward, the Hurricanes will need to put pressure on teams early.
“I thought the players attacked the opportunities with a lot of energy and I think after some moments of struggling, we finally just cut it loose,” Miami coach Mario Cristobal said. “I think it’s that simple. We called it more freely, played more freely. We just cut it loose and stopped worrying about the outcome and started focusing more on the process.”
### 2. But It Ultimately Showed Up
After a slow first half, UM started putting up points. Offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson reached into his bag of tricks, pulling new plays out including running wide receiver Malachi Toney as a Wildcat quarterback. Toney threw a touchdown pass to quarterback Carson Beck, and Beck tossed a backwards pass to offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa for a touchdown.
The Hurricanes ended the game with 385 total yards, a bit below their season average. They scored 31 points and put the game out of reach by the start of the fourth quarter. UM also got a spark on offense from freshman running back Girard Pringle Jr., who averaged 7.9 yards per carry and scored his fourth touchdown of the season.
“Great eyes. He sees it really well,” Cristobal said. “Very explosive—you saw that. He has a different gear as well.”
### 3. Defense Wins Games
While Miami’s offense struggled early, the defense dominated. Syracuse’s offense was not the toughest test Miami’s defense has faced, but the Hurricanes aced it all the same. Miami held Syracuse scoreless until the third quarter and constantly caused havoc.
UM finished the game with a season-high three sacks and 11 tackles for loss. Miami also had three takeaways: two interceptions including a pick-six by Keionte Scott, and a fumble recovery.
“At the end of the day, if the opponent doesn’t score, they don’t win,” defensive end Akheem Mesidor said. “That’s the mindset.”
The one blemish on the defense’s record was the run defense. Syracuse rushed for 161 yards, or 214 yards when adjusted for sack yardage. It was UM’s worst performance against the run this season.
### 4. Penalties Cleaned Up
The Hurricanes have battled penalty issues all season, but fouls were not a big problem during this game. Miami finished with five penalties for 54 yards, which, while not excellent, was better than the eight penalties for more than 60 yards they were averaging entering the game.
“I think when all three facets of the game—special teams, defense, offense—are working hand in hand, it creates those types of clean games,” Beck said. “You eliminate the penalties, you eliminate the turnovers, and usually you have efficient plays that move in a positive direction, which ultimately leads to wins.”
Importantly, the offensive line cleaned up its penalties. That unit did not have a single penalty called against it Saturday after committing five pre-snap penalties in the loss to SMU.
### 5. Akheem Mesidor Dominates
UM defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. has earned much attention for his excellent season, and rightfully so. But Bain’s counterpart on the opposite end of the defensive line deserves just as much recognition. Mesidor has been outstanding this season, and he had one of his best games as a Hurricane.
Mesidor finished with five tackles, a team-leading 3.5 tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks. Pro Football Focus gave Mesidor a team-best defensive grade of 87 for this game. His season defensive grade is 90.3, ranking 19th nationally among defensive players with 200 or more snaps.
“As a defensive lineman, the best thing for me is getting sacks,” Mesidor said. “So to be able to do that and then have defensive line coach Jason Taylor come out and celebrate with me is amazing.”
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The Hurricanes showcased resilience and growth in their win over Syracuse. If they build on these performances, especially enhancing their offensive starts and shoring up run defense, Miami’s playoff hopes remain very much alive.
https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/09/five-things-we-learned-in-miami-hurricanes-needed-win-over-syracuse/
The Rock shares massive update; fuels WWE return speculation
The Rock has shared a massive update that could fuel speculation about his potential WWE return. The “Final Boss” hasn’t appeared on television since *Elimination Chamber: Toronto*, where he orchestrated John Cena’s heel turn.
In a recent interview with *The Hollywood Reporter*, The Rock revealed that filming for the live-action *Moana* movie has officially wrapped. He has also concluded the promotion of *The Smashing Machine* following its disappointing box office performance.
“Playing Maui has been the gift of a lifetime. Growing up as a Samoan, half Samoan and half Black, in Samoan culture, Polynesian culture—we’re proud people, proud of our culture,” Rocky shared. “And what *Moana* has represented is a really awesome global embrace of Polynesian culture, our values and our qualities, our pride and our mana. Today’s Tuesday. Just this past Friday, around 8:00 pm, we officially wrapped the live-action version of *Moana*, so we can’t wait.”
With the *Moana* live-action project completed and *The Smashing Machine* tour concluded, many fans are curious to see if The Rock will get involved with WWE again during the Road to WrestleMania for the third consecutive year.
Looking ahead, The Rock’s next film under director Martin Scorsese is expected to begin filming sometime in 2026. Industry reports suggest this will likely happen in the second or third quarter of the year, as Scorsese is slated to start shooting *What Happens at Night* with Jennifer Lawrence and Leonardo DiCaprio in January or February 2026 (according to *IndieWire*).
### The Rock vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42?
In addition to The Rock’s potentially open schedule during the Road to WrestleMania 42, WWE star Cody Rhodes recently teased that The Final Boss character is only scratching the surface, and his story is far from over.
With Roman Reigns currently without a clear program for next year’s WrestleMania, the possibility of a marquee matchup between Reigns and The Rock has once again captured fans’ imaginations. The dream match was originally planned for WrestleMania 39 but was ultimately scrapped. There were also talks of booking it during the Road to WrestleMania 40, but fan backlash and desire to see Cody Rhodes finish his storyline put those plans on hold.
At present, Seth Rollins is sidelined with a shoulder injury, and Jey Uso has yet to reach The Tribal Chief’s level, opening more questions about WWE’s long-term plans.
Could WWE be preparing to deliver one of the biggest dream matches in its history?
The Road to WrestleMania 42 officially begins on January 31, 2026, at the Royal Rumble event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. WWE Universe will be watching closely to see if The Rock makes his highly anticipated return.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-the-rock-shares-massive-update-fuels-wwe-return-speculation
Blockbuster Hurricanes Trade Idea Sees Struggling Scorer Swapped For $32 Million Star
The Carolina Hurricanes have hit a bit of a lull after an early-season surge in 2025-26. Their recent loss to the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday marked their third defeat in four games, raising concerns about a potential losing streak. While it’s still early in the season, talks about possible trades have already started gaining traction.
One player who could attract interest from other teams is Andrei Svechnikov. The former No. 2 overall pick is only 25 years old, making a trade seem unlikely. However, Svechnikov has just one goal in nine games this season and went eight games without scoring. Despite these struggles, any trade involving Svechnikov would have to bring back a significant return for Carolina.
An intriguing trade idea was recently floated by NHL writer Adam Proteau of The Hockey News. Proteau explored potential destinations for Nashville Predators star Steven Stamkos and suggested a possible deal sending Stamkos and assets to Carolina in exchange for the Hurricanes’ 25-year-old winger.
“Like Stamkos, Svechnikov is also off to a slow start this season, with only one goal and one point in nine games, and he only averaged 50 points in the last two seasons,” wrote Proteau. “While Svechnikov is only 25, his $7.75-million salary is a near-perfect match for Stamkos’ salary. He would help Nashville try to rebound from some mediocre years, while Stamkos could be more productive for Carolina immediately. The Hurricanes still have Sebastian Aho, Nikolaj Ehlers, Seth Jarvis, Logan Stankoven, and Jackson Blake signed for the long term, anyway.”
### Predators’ Steven Stamkos Could Use a Fresh Start
Stamkos spent 16 years with the Tampa Bay Lightning before joining Nashville prior to the 2024-25 season. Coming off an impressive year where he scored 40 goals and 81 points in 79 games, expectations were high. However, Stamkos has struggled to replicate that success with the Predators.
In the 2024-25 season, he managed 27 goals and 53 points, a respectable output but below his usual standards. Nashville finished near the bottom of the league standings and missed the playoffs comfortably.
Heading into this season, Stamkos believed he was ready to contribute at a higher level again. Yet, he has only recorded one goal and one assist for two points in 11 games so far. The future Hall of Famer might benefit from a change of scenery, especially as Nashville continues to struggle. A trade away from the Predators could be on the horizon.
### Hurricanes’ Andrei Svechnikov Unlikely To Be Traded
While the Predators may explore trade options for Stamkos, a deal involving Svechnikov appears less likely. Carolina remains one of the stronger teams in the NHL, and Svechnikov’s past performance suggests he will eventually find his form.
Furthermore, the Hurricanes chose not to trade Svechnikov before July 1, resulting in a 10-team no-trade clause for the 25-year-old winger. This clause gives him considerable control over his future destination.
Beyond contractual protections, there is little incentive for Carolina to move Svechnikov. Although his current slump is concerning, the price to acquire him would likely be steep — potentially too steep for most teams to match, even if they had the cap space and assets available.
For now, the Hurricanes remain hopeful that Svechnikov can regain his scoring touch, helping the team return to its early-season success.
https://heavy.com/sports/nhl/carolina-hurricanes/hurricanes-predators-steven-stamkos-andrei-svechnikov/