2026 Stanley Cup Final – Latest Update
Carolina Hurricanes are one win away from the Stanley Cup after defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 4–2 in Game 5 on June 11. Carolina now leads the best-of-seven series 3–2.
Game 5 Highlights
- Andrei Svechnikov scored two power-play goals for Carolina.
- Jordan Staal continued his remarkable playoff run, extending his goal streak.
- Goaltender Brandon Bussi made 23 saves.
- Pavel Dorofeyev scored both Vegas goals.
Injury Watch
Vegas forward William Karlsson left Game 5 with an injury and could miss the remainder of the Final, a significant concern for the Golden Knights.
Series Results
| Game | Result |
|---|---|
| Game 1 | Vegas 5, Carolina 4 |
| Game 2 | Carolina 4, Vegas 3 (OT) |
| Game 3 | Vegas 5, Carolina 4 (2OT) |
| Game 4 | Carolina 5, Vegas 3 |
| Game 5 | Carolina 4, Vegas 2 |
| Game 6 | June 14 in Vegas |
| Game 7* | June 17 in Carolina (if necessary) |
What’s Next?
Game 6 will be played Sunday night in Las Vegas. The Hurricanes can win their first Stanley Cup since 2006 with a victory, while the Golden Knights must win to force a decisive Game 7.
Fan reaction online after Game 5 has focused on Vegas taking too many penalties and Carolina’s strong special teams play.