
Carolina Hurricanes win second Stanley Cup, defeating Vegas Golden Knights in 6 games
ABC News—The Hurricanes ended a 20-year championship drought, rallying from a 2-1 series deficit to take three straight games and claim their second Cup title since 2006. Carolina's defensive system was credited for sustaining the run through the playoffs. Vegas's season ended in Game 6, ending the Golden Knights' bid for a second title.
- ABC News — Carolina Hurricanes win the 2026 Stanley Cup championship
- The Independent (UK) — Carolina Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup, defeating Las Vegas in the championship series
- Google News Top — 20-year championship drought ends; defensive system credited for playoff run
- CBS News — first championship since 2005-06; rallied from 2-1 series deficit