
Mavericks Take 2-0 Lead in Kelly Cup Finals
The Kansas City Mavericks defeated the Florida Everblades 5-2 in Game 2 of the 2026 Kelly Cup Finals, opening a 2-0 series edge before the action moves to Florida.
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The Kansas City Mavericks defeated the Florida Everblades 5-2 in Game 2 of the 2026 Kelly Cup Finals, opening a 2-0 series edge before the action moves to Florida.

Kansas City leads the series 2-0 after a 5-2 victory over Florida.

The Western Conference Finals will be decided in Game 7 on Wednesday, with Fort Wayne’s Jalen Smereck and Kansas City’s Bobo Carpenter among the standout players. Meanwhile, Florida, Wheeling and other clubs advance in their respective series.

The latest playoff round features tight series in both conferences, highlighted by Bobo Carpenter’s five‑goal stretch and William Dufour’s shot volume, with schedules set for decisive games in Fort Wayne and Wheeling.

The Kansas City Mavericks and Fort Wayne Komets are set to contest the 2026 Western Conference Finals, a best‑of‑seven series that will decide the Bruce Taylor Trophy recipient.

The Seattle Kraken are poised to make a notable selection at the top of the upcoming NHL Draft, eyeing University of North Dakota defenseman Keaton Verhoeff as a potential cornerstone for their blue line. Meanwhile, the Coachella Valley Firebirds are locked in a tightly contested series against the Colorado Eagles, with J.R. Avon delivering a pivotal performance. The Kraken's ECHL affiliate, the Kansas City Mavericks, have completed a four‑game sweep of the Mountain Division Finals, extending their perfect postseason record.

The 2026 Kelly Cup Playoffs are entering a decisive stage, with teams battling across four divisions for a shot at the championship.