Carolina faces crucial decisions as they trail Vegas in Cup Final
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 11:28 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes trail the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final ahead of Game 4 on June 8. After an intense Game 3, where they lost in double overtime, the Hurricanes must decide on their starting goaltender. Frederik Andersen started the first 15 playoff games but was replaced by Brandon Bussi mid-game on Saturday. Coach Rod Brind'Amour has not confirmed any lineup changes but emphasized the need for improvement moving forward. Carolina will look to even the series in a critical matchup at the Fortress.
- •Carolina lost Game 3 in double overtime after a late rally.
- •The series stands at 2-1 in favor of Vegas.
- •Decisions on goaltending remain with Andersen and Bussi as options.
- •Brind'Amour highlights the need to improve defensive efforts against Vegas.
- •Game 4 is set for June 8 at the Fortress in Las Vegas.
- 11:28 PMYahoo Sports — Carolina trails Vegas in the Stanley Cup Final and has a big decision to make for Game 4
"Carolina faces several lingering questions, most notably who starts in net between Frederik Andersen and Brandon Bussi.
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