NHL.com is providing in-depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, three important questions facing the Carolina Hurricanes.

1. How will Nikolaj Ehlers fit in?

The Hurricanes landed the scoring wing they were seeking, and perhaps the biggest unrestricted free agent available, when they signed Ehlers to a six-year, $51 million contract ($8.5 million average annual value) on July 3.

Carolina believes the 29-year-old will excel in their aggressive forechecking/puck possession system. Ehlers, who played his first 10 NHL seasons with the Winnipeg Jets, scored at least 25 goals five times, and had 24 last season. He will add speed and a much-needed additional scoring threat.

Carolina has struggled to produce offensively at times in the

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