Brandon Bussi reflects on historic Stanley Cup Final run ahead of Game 6

Bussi chases title in breakout Stanley Cup run.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 151 min read

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It's been an unforgettable #StanleyCup Final for Brandon Bussi 👏 @emilymkaplan sat down with the Carolina goalie as he

What happened: Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Brandon Bussi sat down with Emily Kaplan to discuss his breakout performance during the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. Bussi has emerged as a postseason hero, winning two straight starts to put Carolina on the brink of a championship.

Why it matters: Since taking the net in Game 4, Brandon Bussi has stabilized the Hurricanes' defense with a 2.18 GAA. His historic rise has shifted the series momentum against the Vegas Golden Knights as Carolina eyes its first title since 2006.

By the numbers: Bussi holds a 2-1 record in the series with a .909 high-danger save percentage, tied for the postseason lead. He is the first expansion-era goalie to win his first two career playoff starts in the Stanley Cup Final.

What to watch: Game 6 is currently underway in Las Vegas, where the Hurricanes can clinch the Stanley Cup with a victory.

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@espn Jun 14, 8:02 PM ET

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Brandon Bussi reflects on historic Stanley Cup Final run ahead of Game 6

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