What happened: The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 on Sunday to capture the 2026 Stanley Cup. Goaltender Brandon Bussi recorded a 21-save shutout at T-Mobile Arena to clinch the series 4-2.
Why it matters: The victory marks Carolina's first championship in exactly 20 years, following their 2006 title. The win validates a dominant postseason run where the team advanced to the Stanley Cup Final with one of the most balanced rosters in
By the numbers: Game 6 Score: CAR 3, VGK 0. Series Result: Hurricanes win 4-2. Postseason Record: 16-6. Power Play: 24.1%. Penalty Kill: 88.4%.
What to watch: The Hurricanes will return to Raleigh for a championship parade through the city center later this week.