Hurricanes avoid touching Prince of Wales trophy after win over Canadiens
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 5:09 AM
Last updated May 30, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes secured a spot in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in 20 years with a victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Following the game, head coach Rod Brind'Amour advised players not to touch the Prince of Wales Trophy, encouraging them to maintain focus. The team's decision reflects a traditional superstition among hockey players. Carolina's next challenge will be competing for the Stanley Cup against their yet-to-be-determined opponent.
- •Hurricanes defeat Canadiens to reach Stanley Cup Final.
- •Team has not touched the Prince of Wales Trophy.
- •Advice from head coach Rod Brind'Amour influences players.
- •This marks Carolina's first appearance in the final in 20 years.
- 5:09 AMYahoo Sports — Hurricanes choose to not touch Prince of Wales trophy after win over Canadiens
"After punching a ticket to their first Stanley Cup final in 20 years, Carolina followed Rod Brind'Amour's advice: 'Do what you want, but don't touch it.'
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NHL•Jul 28, 2026, 4:27 PMRed Wings announce legend bobbleheads as part of 2026-27 giveaways
- NHL•Jul 28, 2026, 1:02 PM‘Someone’s Lying’ — NHL World Reacts as Conflicting Reports Emerge Around Kirill Marchenko Amid Canadiens’ Interest
- NHL•Jul 28, 2026, 10:41 AMNHLer Kirill Marchenko’s agent shuts down Canadiens trade rumor
- NHL•Jul 28, 2026, 6:01 AMThe Avalanche’s Newest Superstar Has A Dangerous Problem Nobody Is Talking About
- NHL•Jul 27, 2026, 11:59 PM2026 WHL Prospect Pools: New York Islanders
- NHL•Jul 27, 2026, 7:07 PMJapanese Olympian Joins Detroit PWHL Roster
