SHORT: Who Can Stop The Canes Right Now?

SHORT: Who Can Stop The Canes Right Now?

Author: Fandom Media May 19, 2026 Duration: 7:17

Their attack is electric, their defence has tightened, and they’re winning games in multiple ways.


So the big question is: who can actually stop the Hurricanes, now they most likely have home advantage through the playoffs?


There appears to be one major contender and one dark horse.


The ARP crew also breaks down the top six contenders with two rounds to go until the playoffs.


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