Chicago Wolves Coaching Change Affects Hurricanes' AHL Affiliate

On Friday morning, the Carolina Hurricanes announced a significant coaching change within their AHL affiliate, the Chicago Wolves. Head Coach Cam Abbott was relieved of his duties, with Assistant Coach Spiros Anastas stepping in as the interim head coach.

This decision raised eyebrows, given that the Wolves are currently tied for third in the Central Division and have shown resilience despite injuries affecting their roster. Abbott, who took over as head coach in August 2025, led the Wolves to a 37-31-4 record last season and was instrumental in coaching the team's prospects at rookie showcases.

Speculation surrounds the timing of Abbott's dismissal, particularly following the Wolves' signing of Cal Foote to an AHL-exclusive contract earlier this month. Without a statement from Abbott, the reasons behind this sudden change remain unclear.

Anastas, who brings over a decade of coaching experience and has been regarded positively within the organization, is expected to maintain stability during this transition. The Wolves' organization and the Hurricanes will continue operations as usual while the implications of this change unfold.