
Carolina Hurricanes Edge Closer to First Stanley Cup Since 2006
The Hurricanes defeated the Golden Knights 4‑2 in Game 5 at the Lenovo Center, putting them one win away from their first championship in two decades.
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The Hurricanes defeated the Golden Knights 4‑2 in Game 5 at the Lenovo Center, putting them one win away from their first championship in two decades.

A look at five young players whose statistical leaps and playoff contributions could propel them into the next edition of the NHL’s top‑100 list.

Carolina Hurricanes defeated Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 in Game 4, with Jordan Staal scoring his fourth straight final game and Brandon Bussi making his debut in goal.

The hiring of Will Wade by LSU has ignited a legal dispute with North Carolina State, raising questions about contract integrity, past violations, and the future of the university's athletic programs.

Carolina forces a Game 5 with a 5‑3 victory over Vegas, highlighted by Staal's historic captain milestone and Bussi's 18‑save playoff debut.

LSU's athletic department is under fire after rehiring coach Will Wade, whose departure has ignited a dispute with North Carolina State over contract termination and alleged inducement.

The Stanley Cup Final has turned into a thriller, with Game 4 looming as a potential turning point in the showdown between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights.

Detroit’s front office faces a pivotal decision as star center Dylan Larkin seeks a move, forcing GM Steve Yzerman to weigh a win‑now push, a measured retool or a drawn‑out negotiation that could reshape the franchise.

The Vegas Golden Knights are two wins away from securing their second championship in four years, driven by veteran leadership and historic comparisons to the league's greatest expansion teams.

The Knights, anchored by seasoned Cup winners and a hot‑handed Brett Howden, are two victories from reclaiming the Stanley Cup, while coach John Tortorella praises their mental resilience.

The Vegas Golden Knights aim for their second championship in four years as they prepare for a Stanley Cup Final showdown against the Carolina Hurricanes, a series steeped in historic parallels and mental resilience.

The Kings announced Peter Laviolette as their new head coach, tapping a proven Stanley Cup winner to revitalize a roster that has repeatedly fallen short in the opening round.

The New Jersey Devils are mapping out their strategy for the upcoming free agency period, balancing re-signments, injuries and possible roster shifts.

A surprising wave of newborns has joined the Stanley Cup playoffs, as players from the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights balance the pressures of competition with the joys of impending parenthood.

A look at how the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights are navigating the Stanley Cup playoffs while welcoming new babies.

The Carolina Hurricanes erased a two‑goal deficit to win in overtime, showcasing a resilient mindset and deep roster, while the Minnesota Wild faltered under pressure, highlighting the importance of structure and secondary scoring.

The Carolina Hurricanes trail the Vegas Golden Knights 2‑1 in the Stanley Cup Final, navigating injuries, a goaltending dilemma and a historic comeback narrative as they prepare for a pivotal Game 4.

In a 10‑inning thriller over Mississippi State, Kolby Branch delivered a 3‑for‑4 outing with two solo homers, steering Georgia to the College World Series and cementing his role as the team’s steady captain.

In a stunning Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Vegas Golden Knights overcame a late surge by the Carolina Hurricanes to win 5‑4 in double overtime, with Shea Theodore’s decisive deflection and Mitch Marner’s historic four‑point night.

Jordan Staal’s move from the Pittsburgh Penguins to the Carolina Hurricanes was driven by family ties and a desire for a top‑six role. Now a defensive anchor and captain, he leads the Hurricanes toward a Stanley Cup, marking a career defined by steady growth and brotherly partnership.

Jason Blake, a former NHL journeyman, experiences a mix of nostalgia and hope as his son Jackson, a key contributor for the Carolina Hurricanes, battles for the championship.

The Carolina Hurricanes' deep playoff run has sparked a measurable rise in youth hockey enrollment across the state, especially among girls.

The 2026 Stanley Cup Final is evenly poised after two games, with the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes each claiming a win. As the series shifts to Vegas, players reflect on the intensity, the role of fans, and the need to tighten play.

The Hockey Show breaks down the opening games of the Stanley Cup Final, Dylan Larkin's trade request, All-Star Game changes, Maple Leafs' internal dynamics, and a surprising father‑son moment in Carolina.