Brett Howden scores key goal as Vegas wins Game 1 of Cup Final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 12:10 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Brett Howden played a pivotal role in the Vegas Golden Knights' 5-4 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on June 3, 2026. Howden scored in the third period and had an assist, helping Vegas come back from an early 2-0 deficit. After a strong start from Carolina, Vegas took control with three goals in the second period and held onto the lead late in the game. The Golden Knights are now on a seven-game winning streak and are positioned for their second championship since 2023.
- •Howden scores his 11th postseason goal for Vegas.
- •Vegas trailed 2-0 before scoring three goals in the second period.
- •The Golden Knights have won seven consecutive games.
- •Carolina suffered just its second loss in 14 playoff games.
- 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Rangers forward Howden helps Vegas rally to win Game 1 of Cup Final
"Former New York Rangers forward Brett Howden continued his playoff heroics for the Vegas Golden Knights, scoring a third-period goal […]
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