Hurricanes lose Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final to Golden Knights
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 5:08 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes lost Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final to the Vegas Golden Knights, 5-4. The game featured a fast-paced first period with Nikolaj Ehlers scoring twice early for the Hurricanes. The Golden Knights responded with multiple ties and a decisive game-winning goal from Tomas Hertl with just over three minutes left. A last-second shot by Alexander Nikishin almost sent the game to overtime, hitting Mitch Marner's knee instead. The matchup showcased high energy and intensity throughout.
- •Nikolaj Ehlers scored two goals in the first period for Carolina.
- •The game was tied multiple times before Golden Knights took the lead.
- •Tomas Hertl scored the game-winning goal with 3:24 remaining.
- •Hurricanes had a last-minute opportunity to tie the game.
- •Game 1 took place on June 2, 2026.
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