Find out about the Carolina Hurricanes' ownership history.
The Carolina Hurricanes are another household name in the National Hockey League franchise based in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Who owns the Carolina Hurricanes?
The Carolina Hurricanes are owned by Tom Dundon, who is the sole owner following the acquisition of the franchise from every other minority owner.
Carolina Hurricanes ownership structure: Majority and minority
Tom Dundon
Tom Dundon is the principal and majority owner of the Carolina Hurricanes. He is an American businessman known for his investments in sports franchises with interests in financial services, real estate, and sports entertainment.
Tom Dundon is the managing partner of the Dundon Capital Partners. According to figures, his net worth is estimated to be in the region of $271 million.
Carolina Hurricanes Ownership History
The Carolina Hurricanes were originally founded as the New England Whalers in 1972. However, it was rebranded the Hartford Whalers in 1979 following the WHA-NHL merger. The team was relocated to North Carolina in 1997 and was rebranded the Carolina Hurricanes.
Peter Karmanos Jr was the owner of the Hurricanes before Tom Dundon took over in 2018 and now became the sole owner of the franchise.