Ryabkin (lower body) was reassigned to AHL Chicago on Tuesday.
Ryabkin's demotion would seem to be an indication that the young center has recovered from his lower-body injury. With Ryabkin set to make the jump to the professional ranks after suiting up for USHL Muskegon last year, he will probably need some time to fully develop in the minors before earning a potential call-up to the NHL.
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Hurricanes' Ivan Ryabkin: Departs Monday's game
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Ryabkin sustained an apparent lower-body injury in Monday's preseason game against the Panthers and did not return, according to Walt Ruff and Peter Dewar of the Hurricanes' official site.
There was no update on Ryabkin's status postgame. The Hurricanes close out their preseason schedule Saturday in Nashville, so more information on Ryabkin's health should be known by then. The 18-year-old was a second-round selection (No. 62 overall) in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.
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Hurricanes' Ivan Ryabkin: Secures ELC
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Ryabkin agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract with Carolina on Wednesday.
Ryabkin, who was selected by the Canes with the 62nd overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, should still be considered a longshot to make the Opening Night roster despite inking his entry-level deal. The 18-year-old center made the jump to North America last year, racking up 19 goals and 11 helpers in 27 games for USHL Muskegon. It's possible Ryabkin gets a cup of coffee with the Hurricanes to start the year before heading back to juniors, but he figures to primarily be a target in dynasty or keeper formats for now.
