The Carolina Hurricanes are getting ready for another big NHL playoff fight, but forward William Carrier already has some competition within the house. The veteran winger said recently that his wife and some family members still cheer for the Montreal Canadiens despite Carolina’s postseason success this year.Carrier’s comments quickly made their way into the latest NHL news roundup because of the unusual family rivalry surrounding the Eastern Conference Final. But the playoff matchup has created a light-hearted but awkward situation for the Quebec-born forward at home while the Carolina Hurricanes continue to focus on chasing the Stanley Cup.
William Carrier discusses Montreal Canadiens support inside Carolina Hurricanes family
There are a lot of people around me that are loyal to the Montreal Canadiens because of their Quebec roots, admitted William Carrier. Carolina Hurricanes winger joked that his wife is still rooting for Montreal during the NHL playoff season.It’s provided for an interesting storyline leading into one of the biggest NHL matchups of the day. However, Carrier said he understands his family’s loyalty to the Canadiens, but his only concern is helping the Carolina Hurricanes go further in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.The veteran winger has been a good depth player for Carolina with his physical style, good forechecking ability and playoff experience. His energy has fuelled the Hurricanes to keep momentum rolling in the playoffs.The Hurricanes entered the Eastern Conference Final as one of the most potent remaining teams following dominant playoff showings earlier in the postseason. They have a good mix of players and defence that still makes them strong Stanley Cup contenders.Carrier seems fine with the attention, though the family rivalry has become a popular NHL updates storyline. The forward laughed at the situation but made it clear that playoff success is more important than household bragging rights.The story also shows the passion for the Montreal Canadiens throughout Quebec, where the support for the franchise often passes from one generation of families to another. Even with Carrier skating for Carolina now, those hometown loyalties are hard to switch during the NHL playoffs.
