Jordan Staal: The Longest Serving Carolina Hurricane
Jordan Staal has set a new franchise record, embodying exceptional steadiness and leadership for the Carolina Hurricanes. Over 28 seasons of team history, no player has represented the Hurricanes in more games. At 37 years old, Staal enters his 910th game with Carolina, marking a milestone that reflects his lasting influence on and off the ice.
"As a player, he's someone that is extremely consistent," said linemate Seth Jarvis. "He's kind of the pinnacle of consistency for this team. Every night, you know what to expect and he delivers—our team really leans on that."
"You talk about consistency in people, and that's what he is," said coach Rod Brind'Amour. "He just does it right on and off the ice. That's the kind of person you want representing your organization."
Throughout his 20-year career, Staal has been synonymous with reliability. His game, built on discipline and effort, looks much the same today as when he first joined the team 14 seasons ago. Facing tough defensive assignments night after night, he continues to meet the challenges of a Selke-level centerman.
Author’s Summary
Jordan Staal’s record-breaking career epitomizes loyalty and consistency, showing how steady leadership can define a franchise across decades of play.