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Stanley Cup Final viewership reaches highest level since 2013

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Stanley Cup Final viewership reaches highest level since 2013

Summary

The Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights has drawn significant viewership, averaging 5.1 million viewers across the first five games, the highest since 2013. Game 5 averaged 5.8 million viewers, peaking at 6.9 million during a key moment. This increase is notable given neither team is a traditional powerhouse in the NHL. Game 6 viewership details are still pending, raising questions about future ratings amidst changes in broadcasting next season.

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By the Numbers

•Stanley Cup Final averages 5.1 million viewers through five games
•Game 5 draws 5.8 million viewers, highest since 2013
•Viewership peaks at 6.9 million during Game 5
•NHL faces potential broadcasting challenges next season
•Historical context with last peak viewership in 2019

Latest Updates

11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Stanley Cup Final viewership through five games hits highest mark since 2013

What they're saying

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While viewership for the deciding Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final is not out yet, viewership for the first five games is at its highest level since 2013. Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights averaged 5.8 million viewers. That marks the largest Game 5 audience…
— Yahoo Sports

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