Golden Knights face Hurricanes in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:43 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Stanley Cup Final begins today in Raleigh, North Carolina, with the Las Vegas Golden Knights visiting the Carolina Hurricanes for Game 1. Both teams have enjoyed strong playoff runs; the Hurricanes are 12-1 in the postseason, while the Golden Knights defeated formidable opponents. Carolina's lineup has remained consistent throughout the playoffs, while Vegas features several standout players like Mitch Marner and Jack Eichel. The outcome of the matchup could hinge on the performance of Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen.
- •Game 1 takes place at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.
- •Carolina has a 19-2-1 record in their last 22 games.
- •Hurricanes hosting watch parties for fans at Lenovo Center.
- •Both teams reached the Final after facing strong opponents.
- 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — Round 4, Game 1 – Golden Knights @ Hurricanes: Preview and Game Thread
"And so it begins…. Game day has finally arrived and the Las Vegas Golden Knights are in town to take on the Carolina Hurricanes for game one of the Stanley Cup Final. After an expansive “Media Day” yesterday, there are tons of interviews and articles to go through. I won’t even try to list them […]
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