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Who will matchup with who in the Stanley Cup Final?
With the Hurricanes having last change in Games 1 and 2, how the Golden Knights respond will dictate the Stanley Cup Final.
Former NHLer Mikko Koivu joins Blues as European development consultant
Koivu played over 1,000 games in his NHL career with the Minnesota Wild and Columbus Blue Jackets.
Brind’Amour and Tortorella are so much more than their coaching caricatures
They both breathe fire when needed, but their humanity is what makes them special.
Andersen vs. Hart: Breaking down the 2026 Stanley Cup Final goaltending battle
With Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final upon us, both teams could win or lose the series on goaltending alone.
Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski wins 2026 Norris Trophy
Werenski was a key part of Columbus’ strong second half of the season, despite coming short of reaching the playoffs.
Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck named grand marshal for NASCAR race in Michigan
Hellebuyck will give the command prior to the start of the NASCAR race in his home state.
Five crucial stats to define the 2026 Stanley Cup Final
In a Cup Final featuring two very similar teams, these five stats could be the difference between the Hurricanes or Golden Knights winning it all.
Are John Carlson and the Flyers a perfect match?
With rumors swirling that Carlson wants to come back east, it sounds like the Flyers would be more than willing to welcome him.
Conn Smythe race, Hart vs. Andersen, and the biggest storylines to watch in the Stanley Cup Final
Also: Tortorella and Brind’Amour eye the Hockey Hall, Marner’s redemption, and lessons from the finalists.
Panthers sign Matvei Shuravin to three-year, entry-level contract
Florida selected Shuravin in the third round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.
Canucks hire Manny Malhotra as head coach
Malhotra has spent the last two seasons as head coach of Vancouver’s American Hockey League affiliate.
Goldeneyes fire Brian Idalski after one season
Idalski’s team struggled in its inaugural season, but managed to secure the first-overall pick.
Seven players to re-enter 2026 NHL Draft after having rights expire
Players selected in 2024 will be re-eligible to enter the NHL Draft this June.
Why the Golden Knights are a better fit for Mitch Marner than the Leafs ever were
Marner always had championship-caliber traits, but he needed the right supporting environment.
Will man-on-man or zone hockey win out in the Stanley Cup Final?
The differing styles of the Golden Knights and Hurricanes sets up what could be a very intriguing series.
2025-26 Stanley Cup Final preview hub
Links to all our Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights preview coverage on a single convenient page.
How have the Golden Knights elevated their game throughout the playoffs?
Under John Tortorella, Vegas has improved their defensive game and shut down opposing teams in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Mourning a tragedy, Hurricanes’ Andersen reaches precipice of greatness in Stanley Cup Final
From the death of agent Claude Lemieux to a 2023 blood clot scare, Andersen has overcome a lot to get here.
Too many questions surround Kings in post-Kopitar era
Ken Holland has plenty of work to do to get the Los Angeles Kings to a point where they can compete for the Stanley Cup.
Even with current cap hit, there should be a market for Brendan Gallagher
There’s a belief that Gallagher might be dealt during the offseason, opening up some money for the Canadiens.
Avalanche sign Nikita Novosyolov to entry-level contract
The newest goalie in the Avalanche’s pipelien, Novosyolov posted a strong season with Gornyak-UGMK of the VHL in 2025-26.
Which players could be difference makers in the Stanley Cup Final?
Steve Peters joined Daily Faceoff Live to break down which players could swing the Stanley Cup Final one way or the other.
Canadiens’ Patrik Laine says he could have played back in January
Laine is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer.
Blues sign Will Cranley to one-year, two-way contract
Cranley was selected by the Blues in the sixth round of the 2020 draft.
Is quality of competition a concern for Hurricanes heading into Stanley Cup Final?
The Hurricanes have defeated three teams that each finished with at least 98 points in the regular season, but have they truly been tested during their run through the East?