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Jordan Staal wins Conn Smythe Trophy as Carolina claims Stanley Cup

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Jordan Staal wins Conn Smythe Trophy as Carolina claims Stanley Cup

Summary

The Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup on June 14, 2026, defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 of the Final, clinching the series 4-2. Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal earned the Conn Smythe Trophy after stepping up his performance throughout the series, scoring in each of the first five games. Mitch Marner of the Golden Knights, despite leading all players in playoff scoring, received only six points in Conn Smythe voting as he struggled during the final three games of the series. This marks the Hurricanes' first championship since 2006 and seals a historic postseason for the franchise.

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By the Numbers

•Carolina clinches Stanley Cup with a 3-0 win in Game 6
•Jordan Staal awarded Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP
•Mitch Marner leads playoffs in scoring but has limited impact in finals
•Hurricanes secure first championship since 2006
•Series concludes with Carolina winning 4-2 overall

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What they're saying

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The Carolina Hurricanes captured the Stanley Cup on Sunday with a dominant 3-0 shutout victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 6, clinching the series 4-2 and securing the franchise’s first championship since 2006. When all was said and done, Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal was rewarded for his postseason performance by winning the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.
— Yahoo Sports

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