2005–06 Carolina Hurricanes season

The 2005–06 Carolina Hurricanes season was the franchise's 33rd season, 26th season in the National Hockey League and 8th as the Hurricanes. The Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup to win the second championship in team history. In 1973, the Whalers won the inaugural championship of the World Hockey Association.

Offseason
Key dates prior to the start of the season:


 * The 2005 NHL Entry Draft took place in Ottawa, Ontario on July 30, 2005.
 * The free agency period began on July 1.

Free Agency

 * On August 6, 2005, Whitney signed a 2 year contract with the Carolina Hurricanes of the NHL's Eastern Conference paying him $1.5 million per year.
 * During the free agent signing period following the end of the 2004–2005 NHL lockout, Stillman agreed to a three year contract with the Carolina Hurricanes on August 2, 2005.

Forwards
Note: GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; PIM = Points

Defencemen
Note: GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; PIM = Points

Goaltending
Note: GP = Games played; W = Wins; L = Losses; T = Ties; SO = Shutouts; GAA = Goals against average

Awards and honors

 * Cam Ward, Conn Smythe Trophy