Vegas Golden Knights remain confident after disallowed goal in Game 2
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026

The Vegas Golden Knights expressed confidence despite a failed coach's challenge that contributed to the Carolina Hurricanes' comeback in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. The disallowance of a potential goal in the third period complicated their efforts. The series remains competitive, with both teams aiming for positioning as they move forward. Game 3 will be crucial for both squads' momentum.
- •Vegas Golden Knights lost Game 2 to Carolina Hurricanes in Stanley Cup Final
- •A critical failed coach's challenge impacted the game outcome
- •The series is now tied, with momentum shifting to Carolina
- •Game 3 is set for next week, with both teams looking to gain an advantage
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Stanley Cup Final: NHL official explains no-goal call that led to Golden Knights' costly challenge in Game 2 loss
- 6:45 AMESPN — Vegas undaunted but objects to disallowed goal
"The Golden Knights said they remain confident despite the Hurricanes' stunning rally to win Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, which was fueled by a critical failed coach's challenge in the third period.
"After Vegas' third-period challenge failed, the Carolina Hurricanes scored on the power play to take a 3-2 lead in their series-tying 4-3 victory.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 4:40 PMStanley Cup Final: NHL official explains no-goal call that led to Golden Knights' costly challenge in Game 2 loss
After Vegas' third-period challenge failed, the Carolina Hurricanes scored on the power play to take a 3-2 lead in their series-tying 4-3 victory.
- ESPNJun 5, 2026, 6:45 AMVegas undaunted but objects to disallowed goal
The Golden Knights said they remain confident despite the Hurricanes' stunning rally to win Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, which was fueled by a critical failed coach's challenge in the third period.
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