The team said it came to that agreement with the NHL earlier in the year. The game will reportedly be rescheduled for the following season.
Statement from #Canes President & General Manager Don Waddell on a future outdoor game at Carter-Finley Stadium. pic.twitter.com/hgWE6x4X7W
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) June 29, 2021
Hurricanes President and General Manager Don Waddel cited the need to have a safe environment and desire to have a full stadium as reasons for postponing the game.