Knights Rookies Hit the Ice Against Utah at San Jose Rookie Showcase
Vegas Golden Knights rookies face the Utah Mammoth in the 2026 Rookie Showcase in San Jose, with the opening game at 3 p.m. PT and commentary by Daren Millard and Brian McCormack.
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Hurricanes target Game 6 win as Bussi saves prop drives bets
In a preview for Game 6 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, the Hurricanes are favored to knock off the Vegas Golden Knights with Carolina’s depth and Brandon Bussi in goal, who is highlighted for Over 21.5 saves at -110. The piece also outlines a same-game parlay (Hurricanes moneyline, Over 5.5, Seth Jarvis points) and lists odds: Hurricanes -115 / Golden Knights -105, Over 5.5 -130, suggesting continued high-scoring action. The game is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with betting links and deep-dive analyses included.
Staal again pounces in front of the net as Hurricanes tie the Final
Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal scored twice and added the go-ahead goal in a 5-3 win over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 4, knotting the Stanley Cup Final at 2-2. At 37, he became the oldest player to score in each of the first four games of a Final and helped keep Carolina alive in the series, with Brind’Amour praising his leadership and front-of-net menace while Tortorella pointed to Vegas needing to clog the blue paint.
Eichel Takes Center Stage as Vegas Aims to Tie the Final in Game 4
Game 4 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final between the Hurricanes and Golden Knights (June 9, 8:00 PM ET, T-Mobile Arena) features Vegas as the favorite in a tight clash. The top bet highlighted is Jack Eichel Over 2.5 shots (-120), with a same-game parlay projecting Under 5.5 goals plus Eichel Over 2.5 shots and Svechnikov Over 2.5 shots; Eichel is also listed at +220 to score. Moneyline odds put Hurricanes -115, Knights -105; puck line Hurricanes +1.5 (-275), Knights -1.5 (+220); Over 5.5 at -130 (Under +110). The piece expects another back-and-forth affair that could return the series to Raleigh tied 2-2.
Tortorella-Tuned Vegas Surges Past Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Final
Vegas rode John Tortorella’s adjustments to a 5-4 win in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, flipping momentum after a Hurricanes late third-period equalizer by Shayne Gostisbehere was erased by Tomáš Hertl’s late goal; Nikolaj Ehlers provided early offense for Carolina but the Hurricanes’ top line was held in check, and Vegas’s structured play and late-pressure defense kept them in control as the series opens.
DirecTV blackout could block Las Vegas from Stanley Cup Final coverage
A DirecTV blackout has left KTNV Channel 13 and 54 Scripps stations dark in Las Vegas, threatening local fans’ ability to watch the Golden Knights’ Stanley Cup Final on ABC; DirecTV says it’s seeking fair retransmission rates and is working to restore access, while viewers can still watch Channel 13 via KTNV’s website or streaming apps.
Canes vs. Knights: 2026 Cup Final Kickoff
Carolina, riding the postseason’s best defense (lowest goals-against average) and a 12-1 run, meets Vegas, which swept Colorado to reach the Final, in a series that starts Tuesday at Lenovo Center. Vegas brings a deep forward group and a strong crease with Carter Hart and Adin Hill, while Carolina relies on Frederik Andersen in net and a shutdown penalty kill as it aims to defend the Cup. The 2026 Final will be their first playoff meeting, with Vegas holding a brief 2-0-0 edge in the teams’ 2025-26 season series and Carolina’s all-time lead at 9-7-0. Regular-season meetings included Vegas wins in October, but this is a clean slate for the championship. Expect a tactical chess match between two well-constructed teams, with standout players to watch like Canes defenseman K’Andre Miller and Vegas winger Mitch Marner, plus high-stakes goaltending and special-teams battles shaping the fate of the series.
Hurricanes Favored in NHL.com’s Stanley Cup Final Preview Against Golden Knights
NHL.com’s staff predictions have Carolina facing Vegas in the Stanley Cup Final, with the majority backing the Hurricanes to win the Cup and Frederik Andersen as the leading Conn Smythe Trophy favorite; a few picks spotlight Mitch Marner or Jack Eichel for MVP as the two teams meet after Carolina’s 12-1 playoff run and Vegas’s sweep of Colorado.
Knights’ Cup Final Tickets Hit Record-High Prices
The Vegas Golden Knights are headed to the Stanley Cup Final for the third time in nine years, with ticket prices reflecting high demand: StubHub lists a top price of $22,323 per seat in the front row, while the cheapest entry into the first home game is $620 per seat (requires purchasing at least two seats) or $675 for a solo ticket in Section 217. By comparison, prices for prior Finals were $763 (2023) and $1,062 (2018), underscoring rising costs to see the Knights in person.
Knights storm back to top Avalanche in Game 3 with 5-3 victory
Vegas erased a 3-0 deficit to beat Colorado 5-3 in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals, continuing a stunning collapse by the Avalanche after a dynamite start and a 3-0 lead. The piece highlights three takeaways: Colorado opened strong and led 3-0, Vegas surged in the second with a key turnover and momentum swing, and Colorado’s collapse—coupled with Nathan MacKinnon getting hobbled—sealed the Knights’ timely comeback.
Golden Knights Rally to Take 3-0 Series Lead in West Final
The Vegas Golden Knights erased a three-goal deficit to beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-3 in Game 3 of the Western Conference Final, taking a 3-0 series lead at T-Mobile Arena; after Colorado went ahead 3-0, Vegas answered with goals from Stone, Karlsson, and Kolesar, plus a third‑period game-winner from Hertl and an empty-netter by Howden, while Carter Hart made 32 saves.
Avalanche Ready for Western Final Showdown with the Golden Knights
Colorado hosts Vegas in the 2026 Western Conference Final at Ball Arena after the Avalanche’s dramatic 4-3 overtime win over Minnesota to reach the Final. In the regular season, Colorado went 2-0-1 against Vegas, and the Avalanche are led by Nathan MacKinnon with help from Martin Necas and Devon Toews; Vegas earned its spot with a 5-1 win over the Ducks in the previous round. This marks a rare playoff rematch since 2021, and the series preview highlights Colorado’s playoff scoring pace (4.11 goals per game) and the Knights’ late-season momentum as they chase a Stanley Cup run.
Six-Figure Penalty Caps Tortorella-Golden Knights Media Silence
The NHL fined John Tortorella $100,000 after the Golden Knights skipped postgame media due to the team’s refusal to open the visiting locker room, a move Vegas blamed on hallway congestion and one that highlights ongoing tensions over postgame media obligations under the collective bargaining agreement.
West Final Showdown: Avalanche and Golden Knights in a Tight Matchup
Dan Lambert previews the Western Conference Final between the Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights, noting the teams’ depth, size, and goaltending; Vegas’ structured defense and the risk of Mark Stone’s absence loom alongside Mitch Marner’s standout postseason for Vegas, while Colorado counters with a dangerous transition game, a revived power play, and depth at center; with Bednar and Tortorella at the helm, the series should hinge on matchup execution and physical play, with no clear coaching edge.
NHL imposes stiff penalties on Golden Knights for media policy violations
The NHL stripped the Las Vegas Golden Knights of a 2026 second-round draft pick and fined coach John Tortorella $100,000 for flagrant violations of the league's media policies, including not making players available to reporters and denying access to the dressing room after clinching a playoff berth; the team can appeal the penalties.