2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are down to the Conference Finals.

Eastern Conference Final

  • Carolina Hurricanes vs winner of Buffalo Sabres / Montreal Canadiens
  • Series begins May 21 in Carolina.

Western Conference Final

  • Colorado Avalanche vs Vegas Golden Knights
  • Game 1: Wednesday, May 20 at 8 p.m. ET in Colorado.

Latest playoff developments

  • Vegas eliminated the Anaheim Ducks in Game 6 with a 5-1 win to advance to the West Final.

Carolina has already clinched its spot in the Eastern Conference Final and is waiting for the Sabres-Canadiens Game 7 winner.

Upcoming Conference Final Schedule

  • May 20: Vegas at Colorado
  • May 21: Buffalo/Montreal at Carolina
  • May 22: Vegas at Colorado
  • May 23: Buffalo/Montreal at Carolina