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.