Golden Knights coach John Tortorella guarantees Game 7 vs. Hurricanes

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Golden Knights coach John Tortorella guarantees Game 7 vs. Hurricanes
Summary

The Vegas Golden Knights are facing elimination after a 4-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Coach John Tortorella stated postgame that his team would return for a Game 7 next Wednesday in Raleigh. The Golden Knights struggled throughout the series, allowing Carolina to come back from a 2-0 deficit in Game 2. Injury concerns, particularly the arm injury of key forward William Karlsson, add to the challenges for Vegas, whose goaltender Carter Hart has also faced criticism. Tortorella will stick with Hart despite his struggles in the final series.

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  • Golden Knights lost Game 5, trailing series 3-2.
  • Tortorella guaranteed a Game 7 next Wednesday.
  • William Karlsson unlikely to play due to injury.
  • Carter Hart remains the goaltender despite issues.
Latest Updates
  • 1:42 PMYahoo SportsStanley Cup Final: John Tortorella says Golden Knights will force a Game 7: 'I'm going to leave my clothes here'
  • 1:42 PMYahoo SportsStanley Cup Final: John Tortorella says Golden Knights will force a Game 7 — 'I'm going to leave my clothes here'
  • 12:25 PMYahoo SportsGolden Knights coach guarantees Game 7 vs. Hurricanes
What they're saying
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The Stanley Cup Final isn't over yet, according to John Tortorella.

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John Tortorella likes his team's chances in Game 6.

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John Tortorella likes his team's chances in Game 6.

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