As the NHL prepares to release its first-ever 84-game regular season schedule, the Carolina Hurricanes continue to celebrate their recent success. Forward William Carrier, who won his second Stanley Cup in June 2026—his first being with the Vegas Golden Knights in 2023—used his day with the iconic trophy to fill its bowl with poutine, a beloved Quebecois dish.

Poutine consists of golden-brown French fries topped with brown gravy and cheese curds. While there are many variations, the original combination remains unmatched in simplicity and flavor. Keeper of the Cup Phil Pritchard shared a video of Carrier assembling the poutine inside the Stanley Cup.

Carrier's playful use of the trophy highlights the ongoing celebrations for the Hurricanes, even as the league shifts focus to the upcoming season. A lighthearted remark noted, "Yeah, we once used that bowl the salad is in to give our kid a bath," underscoring the trophy's storied and sometimes unconventional history.

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