45 Quotes by Jim Rutherford

We've always taken the position at this rookie camp that we'll give opportunities to guys who deserve them. Estrada continued to play well. He deserved to go.

We're fine with where we are now. If we get to the point where we see somebody needs more time, we'll take a look at some kind of adjustment.

Oleg is a highly skilled defenseman who entered the NHL at a very young age and is just reaching his prime, ... His speed and ability to run a power play will put him in an important role for our defense. Oleg has played well over the last two seasons in Russia and is excited to return to North America.

Signing a player is different for each team. You have to take into consideration what is a good fit for your individual team's situation.

No ceremony could fully pay tribute to what Ron Francis meant to the Hurricanes organization and the National Hockey League.

If we couldn't get Mark, we would not have made a deal, whether Erik Cole was hurt or not.

Glen has been a mainstay of this organization for a long time and he has made his home in North Carolina. He is a leader on and off the ice and we are very happy to have him back for another season.

He has been an elite player for many, many years in this league, especially in the playoffs. I think that once you get to the playoffs, it's very important to have guys who've been there to help the other guys along.

He has a very powerful stride, and in the new game that's really beneficial.