Carolina Hurricanes Defeat The Vegas Golden Knights To Win 2026 Stanley Cup

The Carolina Hurricanes are 2026 Stanley Cup champions! Capping off a remarkable season with a title-winning performance that delivered the franchise's first championship since 2006 and the second one in franchise history. They beat the Las Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 to secure the title. Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy for most valuable player in the Stanley Cup playoffs, becoming the oldest player to win it at age 37.