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Mitch Marner records fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history

Golden Knights' Mitch Marner records fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history

The biggest knock on Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner during his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs was that he was not a big-game player and did not play his best when the lights were brightest. He is obliterating that narrative in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs.

John Tortorella doubles down on controversial challenge that backfired
Winners, losers from Game 1 of 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights' Tomas Hertl plays hero
Winners, losers from Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes storm back to tie series
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Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / June 6
Hurricanes’ Awakening Power Play Boosts Stanley Cup Chances

Hurricanes’ Awakening Power Play Boosts Stanley Cup Chances

For the majority of the postseason, the Carolina Hurricanes’ power play has been dormant. They’ve not needed goals with the extra guy because they’ve pulverised their opponents at 5-on-5.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 6
Hurricanes Taking Lessons Learned From Games 1 & 2 as Series Shifts to Vegas

Hurricanes Taking Lessons Learned From Games 1 & 2 as Series Shifts to Vegas

After a thrilling first couple of games in Raleigh to begin the Stanley Cup Final, the series is tied 1-1 as we shift to Las Vegas for Games 3 and 4. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, while they lost Game 1 on Tuesday (June 2), they came back in Game 2 for another dramatic overtime battle.

Andrei Svechnikov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 6
Hurricanes’ Andrei Svechnikov gets brutally honest on playing in Vegas ahead of Game 3

Hurricanes’ Andrei Svechnikov gets brutally honest on playing in Vegas ahead of Game 3

The Stanley Cup Final is knotted up at 1 game apiece, heading into a pivotal Game 3. The series now moves to Vegas, as the Golden Knights will get to play at home.

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to rack up at least 20 points in a single Stanley Cup Playoff run can you name in six minutes?

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Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5
Inside the Hurricanes’ ‘Tarps Off’ prompt that changed Stanley Cup Final Game 2

Inside the Hurricanes’ ‘Tarps Off’ prompt that changed Stanley Cup Final Game 2

The Carolina Hurricanes won Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final in overtime on Thursday thanks to Seth Jarvis’ winner. They were down 2-0 into the third period before a furious comeback to force the extra frame.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / June 5
Hurricanes’ Morning Presser – Gostisbehere, Andersen, & Brind’Amour Comments After Game 2

Hurricanes’ Morning Presser – Gostisbehere, Andersen, & Brind’Amour Comments After Game 2

The morning after Game 2 on Friday, June 5, felt lighter compared to the Carolina Hurricanes’ loss following Game 1 on Wednesday (June 3). The Hurricanes won 4-3 in overtime, thanks to Seth Jarvis’ power-play goal, evening up the series at one game apiece.

Frederik Andersen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5
Hurricanes news: What Carolina said about ‘game-changing’ Frederik Andersen save in Game 2

Hurricanes news: What Carolina said about ‘game-changing’ Frederik Andersen save in Game 2

The Stanley Cup produced a wild finish as the Carolina Hurricanes stole Game 2, winning 4-3 in overtime against the Vegas Golden Knights. Here is what the Canes said about the “game-changing” save that goalie Frederik Andersen made in the third period,” according to the NHL.com recap by Tom Gulitti.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / June 5
Hurricanes’ Aho, Jarvis & Brind’Amour After 4-3 Overtime Win

Hurricanes’ Aho, Jarvis & Brind’Amour After 4-3 Overtime Win

For the first time since 2006, the Carolina Hurricanes won a Stanley Cup Final game. They defeated the Vegas Golden Knights, 4-3 in overtime, to even the series at 1-1.

Logan Stankoven News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5
Logan Stankoven reveals 2 things Hurricanes used to come back in Game 2

Logan Stankoven reveals 2 things Hurricanes used to come back in Game 2

The Carolina Hurricanes simply refused to lose in Game 2 of their 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Hurricanes could have folded after giving up the first two goals of the contest, both to Brett Howden.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / June 5
‘Somebody had to step up.’ How the Hurricanes found their backbone in Game 2

‘Somebody had to step up.’ How the Hurricanes found their backbone in Game 2

RALEIGH – Rod Brind’Amour patted his chest. One, two, three, four, five. “Can’t measure that stuff.” The Carolina Hurricanes’ coach was referring to Logan Stankoven’s heart.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5

Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour drops ‘new life’ truth bomb after stealing Game 2

The Carolina Hurricanes have won Game 2 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final over the Vegas Golden Knights. It was not the easiest game for Rod Brind’Amour’s team.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5
Hurricanes make Stanley Cup Final history not seen in 82 years with Game 2 rally

Hurricanes make Stanley Cup Final history not seen in 82 years with Game 2 rally

The Carolina Hurricanes had an unforgettable evening on Thursday, as they rose from the grave and pulled off a stunning win in Game 2 of their 2026 Stanley Cup Final matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Jordan Staal News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5
Jordan Staal states the obvious after frantic Hurricanes Game 2 comeback

Jordan Staal states the obvious after frantic Hurricanes Game 2 comeback

For the second straight game, it was nothing short of complete entertainment in the Stanley Cup Final, but this time, it was the Carolina Hurricanes earning victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in dramatic fashion.

Seth Jarvis News / ESPN / June 4

Canes even Stanley Cup Final on Jarvis' OT goal

Seth Jarvis scored on the power play in overtime after Carolina erased a deficit in regulation only to gave up a late tying goal, and the Hurricanes beat Vegas 4-3 in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday night to even the series.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 5
John Tortorella doubles down on challenge that backfired

John Tortorella doubles down on controversial challenge that backfired

Vegas Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella made a potentially seismic decision late in the third period of Game 2.

Winners, losers from Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes storm back to tie series
Fine print in Bruce Cassidy's contract is why Oilers won't get interview
Dylan Larkin trade request shows how far once-proud Red Wings have fallen
Assessing trade destinations for disgruntled Red Wings center Larkin
Four teams that could land Larkin in a blockbuster trade
Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies at NHL trade deadline
Carolina Hurricanes News / Field Level Media / June 4
Power-play goal in OT caps Hurricanes' comeback, evens finals 1-1

Power-play goal in OT caps Hurricanes' comeback, evens finals 1-1

Seth Jarvis scored a power-play goal at 3:56 of overtime, lifting the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-3 comeback win against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday in Raleigh, N.C.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 5
Winners, losers from Game 2: Hurricanes storm back to tie series

Winners, losers from Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes storm back to tie series

After losing a two-goal lead in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Carolina Hurricanes turned the tables on the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 and rallied for a 4-3 overtime win to tie the series at one game apiece.

John Tortorella doubles down on controversial challenge that backfired
Fine print in Bruce Cassidy's contract is why Oilers won't get interview
Dylan Larkin trade request shows how far once-proud Red Wings have fallen
Assessing trade destinations for disgruntled Red Wings center Larkin
Four teams that could land Larkin in a blockbuster trade
Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies at NHL trade deadline
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 3
Hurricanes Eye Adjustments Ahead of Game 2

Hurricanes Eye Adjustments Ahead of Game 2

Following a “self-inflicted” loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of the series, the Carolina Hurricanes took to the podium today ahead of Thursday’s Game 2 and addressed the media.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 3
Hurricanes’ top line is getting chances, not results. What’s wrong?

Hurricanes’ top line is getting chances, not results. What’s wrong?

Shellshock wouldn’t be the right word. It’s not as if the Carolina Hurricanes were blown out of their own barn 6-0 in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Winners, losers from Game 1 of 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights' Tomas Hertl plays hero
The 'Playoff power play goal leaders by team' quiz
Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Rumors / June 2
Rod Brind’Amour Has the Carolina Hurricanes Adopting a Championship Mindset

Rod Brind’Amour Has the Carolina Hurricanes Adopting a Championship Mindset

With Game 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final set to go Tuesday night, it has been a long journey for the Carolina Hurricanes to get to this spot. The last time the Hurricanes played for the Stanley Cup was 2006.

Jordan Staal News / HITC / June 2
Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal reveals team’s mindset before Stanley Cup Final

Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal reveals team’s mindset before Stanley Cup Final

Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal has shared how the team is feeling ahead of the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Hurricanes will begin their Stanley Cup Final campaign when they host Vegas in Game 1 on Tuesday night in Raleigh.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28
Free Agent Focus: Carolina Hurricanes

Free Agent Focus: Carolina Hurricanes

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

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