Hurricanes shut out Golden Knights 3-0 to win Stanley Cup
NPR • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:29 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 to win the Stanley Cup, marking their first championship in 20 years. Brandon Bussi recorded his first playoff shutout, stopping 22 shots. Carolina's defense proved critical, as they limited Vegas to minimal offensive opportunities, highlighted by an 18:37 stretch without a shot on goal. After trailing earlier in the series, the Hurricanes rallied to win three consecutive games, culminating in this clinching victory. Coach Rod Brind’Amour celebrated his second Cup title, and significant contributions came from players like Jackson Blake and Taylor Hall.
- •Carolina wins the Stanley Cup 3-0 against Vegas in Game 6.
- •Brandon Bussi earns a shutout with 22 saves.
- •Taylor Hall scored early to set the game's tone.
- •The Hurricanes won three straight games to clinch the title.
- •Rod Brind’Amour celebrates his second Cup win as head coach.
- 5:45 AMNPR — Hurricanes use stifling defense to win the Stanley Cup - NPR
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Hurricanes use stifling defense to blank Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 and win the Stanley Cup
"The Carolina Hurricanes won their first Stanley Cup championship in 20 years on Sunday night, using a suffocating defense in Game 6 to shut down the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 and winning three straight games of a thrilling final filled with momentum swings and spectacular offense.
"The Carolina Hurricanes held Vegas to five total goals in Games 4 and 5 and used a suffocating defense in a 3-0 shutout Sunday night in Game 6 to win their first championship in 20 years.
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External links- NPRJun 15, 2026, 5:45 AMHurricanes use stifling defense to win the Stanley Cup - NPR
The Carolina Hurricanes held Vegas to five total goals in Games 4 and 5 and used a suffocating defense in a 3-0 shutout Sunday night in Game 6 to win their first championship in 20 years.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 3:29 AMHurricanes use stifling defense to blank Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 and win the Stanley Cup
The Carolina Hurricanes won their first Stanley Cup championship in 20 years on Sunday night, using a suffocating defense in Game 6 to shut down the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 and winning three straight games of a thrilling final filled with momentum swings and spectacular offense.
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