2026 NHL Playoffs Update
Stanley Cup Final
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Golden Knights at home on road going into Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final
Today
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Hurricanes look to ‘take care of business at home’ in Game 5 of Cup Final
Today
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Staal scores 2, Hurricanes top Golden Knights in Game 4, even Stanley Cup Final
Yesterday
The 2026 Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights is tied 2–2 after four games.
Game 4 Result
- Hurricanes 5, Golden Knights 3
- Carolina erased Vegas’ series lead and regained home-ice advantage.
- Captain Jordan Staal scored twice, including the game-winning goal.
- Nikolaj Ehlers added a goal and two assists.
- Goaltender Brandon Bussi won his first NHL playoff start.
What’s Next?
Game 5 is being played tonight in Raleigh, North Carolina. With the series tied 2–2, it has effectively become a best-of-three showdown. Carolina is looking for its first series lead, while Vegas hopes to continue its strong road-playoff performance.
Conn Smythe Trophy Leaders
Current playoff MVP candidates include:
- Jordan Staal (Hurricanes)
- Mitch Marner (Golden Knights)
- Mark Stone (Golden Knights)
Series Schedule Remaining
- Game 5 — June 11 (Raleigh)
- Game 6 — June 14 (Las Vegas)
- Game 7 — June 17 (Raleigh, if necessary)
Prediction: With home ice back in Carolina’s favor and Jordan Staal playing some of the best hockey of his career, the Hurricanes have a slight edge. However, Vegas has been excellent on the road, making this one of the most evenly matched Stanley Cup Finals in recent years.