Hurricanes Star Returns Home After Brief Trip to Raleigh In a surprise move, Carolina Hurricanes forward Jake Walker took a short trip to Raleigh on Friday night, leaving fans wondering if he was dealing with a personal matter or simply taking a brief break from the team. Walker, 31, has been a key player for the Hurricanes this season, and his departure sparked speculation about his role on the team. Despite the mystery surrounding his trip, Walker was back on the ice with his teammates on Saturday afternoon, rejoining the team after a brief absence. As the Hurricanes continue their push for the playoffs, Walker's return will be a welcome boost to the team's roster.


Walker spent Friday night in Raleigh before flying back to Philadelphia on Saturday afternoon to rejoin the Hurricanes. The 31-year-old said he landed around 2 p.m. and met his teammates at their ...