Hurricanes secure Stanley Cup title after defeating Golden Knights
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 6:12 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes won the NHL's Stanley Cup for the first time in 20 years, defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Las Vegas on June 15. The victory clinches the best-of-seven series 4-2, allowing the Hurricanes to secure their second championship title, having last won in 2006. Head coach Rod Brind'Amour, who previously captained the team to victory, highlighted the dedication of his players throughout the playoffs. Rookie goaltender Brandon Bussi recorded 22 saves for his first playoff shutout, and captain Jordan Staal was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player in the playoffs.
- •Hurricanes win Stanley Cup after a 20-year wait.
- •Final score was 3-0 in Game 6 of the series.
- •Team wrapped up the series 4-2.
- •Brandon Bussi recorded a shutout with 22 saves.
- •Jordan Staal, the oldest Conn Smythe Trophy winner, had 12 points in playoffs.
- 6:12 AMYahoo Sports — Hurricanes win first Stanley Cup for 20 years
- 6:12 AMBBC Sport — Hurricanes win first Stanley Cup for 20 years
"The Carolina Hurricanes win the NHL's Stanley Cup for the first time in 20 years by beating the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas.
"The Carolina Hurricanes win the NHL's Stanley Cup for the first time in 20 years by beating the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 6:12 AMHurricanes win first Stanley Cup for 20 years
The Carolina Hurricanes win the NHL's Stanley Cup for the first time in 20 years by beating the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas.
- BBC SportJun 15, 2026, 6:12 AMHurricanes win first Stanley Cup for 20 years
The Carolina Hurricanes win the NHL's Stanley Cup for the first time in 20 years by beating the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas.
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