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Golden Knights and Hurricanes prepare for Stanley Cup Final matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:00 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Golden Knights and Hurricanes prepare for Stanley Cup Final matchup

Summary

The Golden Knights will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final starting June 2 in Raleigh, NC. Both teams are making their third appearances in the championship series, with the Golden Knights winning in 2023 and the Hurricanes in 2006. The teams each posted strong regular-season records, with the Golden Knights defeating the Hurricanes twice during the season. Carolina enters with a disciplined style of play under Coach Rod Brind’Amour, aiming to leverage their strong defense and balanced scoring against Vegas's physical play. The series will unfold over at least four games, with a potential for more if necessary.

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Status Watch

•Stanley Cup Final begins June 2 in Raleigh, NC.
•Golden Knights won against Hurricanes twice in the regular season.
•Golden Knights won the Cup in 2023; Hurricanes in 2006.
•Carolina has a 12-1 playoff record this postseason.
•Series can extend to a maximum of seven games if necessary.

Latest Updates

2:00 AMYahoo Sports — A Quick Glance: Golden Knights Set For Third Trip To Stanley Cup Final In Franchise History

What they're saying

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The Golden Knights return to the Stanley Cup Final for the third time since debuting in the NHL for the 2017-18 season, as they'll meet the Carolina Hurricanes, who are also making their third appearance in the Cup Final.
— Yahoo Sports

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