Raleigh Greets Nhl

The NHL broke into new territory, with the Hartford Whalers moving to Raleigh, N.C., and taking the name Carolina Hurricanes.

Although there is a remote chance the deal could fall through because of political obstacles in Connecticut, the Hurricanes are expected to begin play in Raleigh’s new $120 million arena by the 1999-2000 season.

It’s still unclear whether the team would move to a temporary home in the 21,500-seat Greensboro Coliseum this year or next season before coming to Raleigh.