The Carolina Hurricanes placed Evgeny Kuznetsov on unconditional waivers Wednesday, terminating the rest of his contract.Kuznetsov, 32, had one year left on the seven-year, $64.2 million contract which he signed with the Washington Capitals back in 2017. The Canes were on the hook for $6 million of the $8 million Kuznetsov was owed this season."Ultimately, both sides agreed this was the best course of action for both the player and the team," general manager Eric Tulsky said. "We thank Evgeny for his time with the team and wish him and his family the best."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON