The Carolina Hurricanes are a professional ice hockey team based in Raleigh, North Carolina. They compete in the NHL (National Hockey League) as a member of the Metropolitan Division in the Eastern Conference. The team was established in 1971 and originally played in New England before relocating to North Carolina in 1997. The Hurricanes play their home games at the PNC Arena, which has a seating capacity of over 18,000 for hockey events. The team has won the Stanley Cup, the NHL's championship trophy, once, in 2006. The Hurricanes are known for their passionate fan base and community involvement.