The hockey fans of Raleigh are steadily migrating back to PNC Arena as the Carolina Hurricanes gradually improve their record.
The 'Canes drew crowds of more than 16,500 to five of their seven games since Dec. 20 to rally their season average from 14,974 to 15,403 per game in 2013-14.
Despite losing all three holiday home games, the 'Canes were a hot Christmas attraction around the Triangle—17,737 traveled to see the rival Capitals in town on Dec. 20, then 18,124 took in Sidney Crosby and the Penguins (the Hurricanes' highest attendance since opening night) on Dec. 27.
The Hurricanes' following hot streak kept observers around even after the conclusion of the holiday season.
Enticed by the offer of a free ticket to Raleigh's First Night celebration after the game, 16,807 watched Carolina's dramatic comeback win on New Year's Eve over Montreal. A crowd of 16,583 then populated PNC Arena last Thursday as the 'Canes routed the Maple Leafs for their fifth consecutive victory.
15,276 took in Carolina's dispiriting loss to Calgary, but considering the circumstances—one of the lea ...
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Carolina Hurricanes Attendance Improving as 2013-14 Season Progresses
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