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Vegas coach Tortorella insists on Game 7 return against Carolina

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Vegas coach Tortorella insists on Game 7 return against Carolina
Summary

Golden Knights coach John Tortorella affirmed that the Stanley Cup Final will go to a Game 7 after Carolina has placed his team on the verge of elimination. The series now stands at 3-2 in favor of Carolina. Tortorella emphasized the importance of their upcoming performance and aims to win the final game in Raleigh. Should the Golden Knights succeed, they would force a decisive seventh game in the series.

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Status Watch
  • •Golden Knights face Carolina in the Stanley Cup Final
  • •Tortorella vows to bring series to Game 7
  • •Carolina leads the series 3-2
  • •Tortorella focuses on winning next match
  • •Final scheduled to take place in Raleigh
Latest Updates
  • 6:01 AMESPN — Near elimination, Vegas' Tortorella vows Game 7
  • 5:35 AMYahoo Sports — John Tortorella vows return to Raleigh for Game 7: 'Going to leave my clothes here'
What they're saying
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Golden Knights coach John Tortorella vowed that the Stanley Cup Final would return to Raleigh for Game 7 after Carolina pushed his team to the brink of elimination.

— ESPNby Greg Wyshynski
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Golden Knights coach John Tortorella was in form after Game 5 loss, essentially vowing a Game 7 return and ripping a reporter's goaltending question.

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