JR on Semin "We hope he is with us a long period of time"

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JR on resigning Alex Semin

Chip Alexander ‏@ice_chip

Rutherford said Canes "very pleased" with Alex Semin, noting, "We hope he is with us for a long period of time." Said hopes to re-sign him.

JR on adding depth at defense and goalie

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Rutherford said Canes may look to upgrade defense but noted many other teams trying to do same. Said could add a "depth" goalie.

JR on Tuomo Ruutu's recovery

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GM Jim Rutherford says the team is hoping Tuomo Ruutu can be medically cleared to return to practice March 15.

JR on ticket sales

Chip Alexander ‏@ice_chip

After lockout, Rutherford said team lost 7 percent of ticket base. Says he misspoke. Says it was about 5 percent and team has recouped loss.

Some very good news for the Canes here.

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I hope Semin sticks around for a while as well.

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