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Hurricanes host Golden Knights in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final tonight

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Hurricanes host Golden Knights in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final tonight
Summary

The Stanley Cup Final begins Tuesday at 8 PM EDT as the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Vegas Golden Knights in Raleigh, NC. This marks the Hurricanes' first appearance in the Cup Final in 20 years, while the Golden Knights return for their third time in less than a decade. The two teams faced each other twice in the regular season, with the Hurricanes losing both matches. Carolina has home ice advantage after an impressive postseason run, while Vegas seeks to continue their playoff momentum. Free events are planned for fans, including a concert by Brothers Osbourne before the game.

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  • •Game 1 starts at 8 PM EDT at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.
  • •Hurricanes last reached the Cup Final 20 years ago.
  • •Golden Knights have made three Cup Final appearances in under a decade.
  • •Hurricanes lost both regular season matches to the Golden Knights.
  • •Free concert by Brothers Osbourne before the game for fans.
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You don’t need a ‘traditional hockey market’ to make it to the big dance, and aren’t we blessed for that. […]

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