Carolina Hurricanes unlikely to re-sign Martin Necas

Reports suggest that the Hurricanes are preparing for significant changes this summer. Defenseman Brett Pesce is not expected to sign an extension, and now it appears Martin Necas will not receive a contract extension either.

Martin Necas is scheduled to be a restricted free agent this summer. His father indicated that Necas does not expect to return to the Carolina Hurricanes next season.

Necas' restricted free-agent status could be advantageous for the Hurricanes, allowing them to get something in return for him. Although they are not actively trying to re-sign Necas, they could match any offer he receives if they qualify him. This also opens up the possibility of trading Necas.

As the offseason progresses, it will be interesting to see if Martin Necas' name comes up in trade rumors. Another team might attempt to offer sheet Necas in retaliation for the Hurricanes' previous offer sheeting of Jesperi Kotkaniemi.

The Hurricanes' offseason decisions, including the futures of Necas and Pesce, will shape the team's trajectory as they look to build on their playoff experiences and prepare for next season.

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