NHL Playoffs Tracker: Stanley Cup Final Odds, Latest Stories As Of June 8
This year's Stanley Cup final has had no shortage of comebacks over three games.
The Vegas Golden Knights overcame a two-goal deficit in Game 1, which the Carolina Hurricanes replicated in Game 2. Carolina then took things to another level when it came back from 4-0 down in the third period to force overtime, although Vegas ultimately won in double OT.
Both teams get an extra day between Games 3 and 4 after the long Saturday contest. Instead of playing on Monday, the next match is scheduled for Tuesday.
Hockey fans looking for something to watch on Monday can tune into Game 7 of the AHL's Western Conference final between the Colorado Eagles and Chicago Wolves at 7:05 p.m. ET.
NHL Playoffs 2026 Stanley Cup Final Schedule: Dates, Times, Where To Watch
The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights are scheduled to begin the Stanley Cup final on June 2.
Leading Scorers
1. Mitch Marner, Vegas Golden Knights: 28 points, 19 games
2. Jack Eichel, Vegas Golden Knights: 20 points, 19 games
T-3. Taylor Hall, Carolina Hurricanes: 17 points, 16 games
T-3. Brett Howden, Vegas Golden Knights: 17 points, 19 games
T-5. Jackson Blake, Carolina Hurricanes: 16 points, 16 games
T-5: Shea Theodore, Vegas Golden Knights: 16 points, 19 games
T-5: Nick Suzuki, Montreal Canadiens: 16 points, 19 games
T-5: Lane Hutson, Montreal Canadiens: 16 points, 19 games
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This story was originally published June 8, 2026 at 7:11 AM.