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Game 5 Takeaways: Hurricanes Move Within One Win of the Stanley Cup
The Carolina Hurricanes seized control of the Stanley Cup Final with a crucial 4-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5.
For Vegas, the questions are mounting. Can they bounce back at home and force a decisive Game 7?
Game 6 promises plenty of drama as the Hurricanes look to capture hockey's ultimate prize.
The Carolina Hurricanes are on the verge of hockey glory.
A 4-2 victory over the Golden Knights in Game 5 gives Carolina a 3-2 lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Jordan Staal continued his incredible scoring streak, while goaltender Brandon Bussi delivered another strong performance.
Vegas now faces a must-win Game 6 on home ice. Can the Golden Knights force a Game 7, or will the Hurricanes lift the Stanley Cup?
Vegas Survives Raleigh’s Roar as Cup Final Opens with Chaos
Golden Knights weather Lenovo Center chaos as Carolina’s pressure, Vegas’ structure and Seth Jarvis’ OT winner define a wild Cup Final split
Lenovo Center didn’t just host the opening act of the Stanley Cup Final. It shook it. Carolina turned Raleigh into a wall of noise, forcing Vegas into rushed clears, ugly exits, and survival hockey from the opening shift. But the Golden Knights did what hardened playoff teams do: they absorbed the first wave, found structure in the mess, and stole Game 1 before Carolina punched back in Game 2. From Nikolaj Ehlers’ early burst to Tomas Hertl’s dagger, from Logan Stankoven’s grinding spark to Seth Jarvis’ overtime release, the first two games delivered a brutal split built on pressure, nerve, and crease chaos. This wasn’t just about home ice. It was about which team could breathe when the building felt ready to collapse. Raleigh gave the Final its first identity. Vegas made sure it didn’t become a coronation.
A closer look at the matchups the Golden Knights have won and loss against Carolina after two thrilling contests.
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Game 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final delivered everything hockey fans could ask for: early goals, momentum swings, and a dramatic finish.
After falling behind, the Golden Knights stormed back to defeat the Hurricanes 5-4, with Tomas Hertl netting the game-winning goal late in the third period. Vegas steals home-ice advantage and takes a 1-0 series lead in what already looks like an unforgettable Final.
Can Marner and the #GoldenKnights complete the sweep over the Avs? Find out tonight at 9 PM ET on ESPN and the ESPN App 🔥 (via @NHL) #NHL #h
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