Hurricanes, Golden Knights set to open Stanley Cup Final with Tuesday’s Game 1
Summary
The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights are set to start the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday. The Hurricanes reached the final after winning 12 of 13 playoff games, while the Golden Knights are entering with a six-game winning streak, including a sweep of the Colorado Avalanche.Key Facts
- The Stanley Cup Final begins with Game 1 on Tuesday night.
- Carolina Hurricanes went 12-1 in the playoffs to reach the final.
- Hurricanes swept Ottawa and Philadelphia, then won four out of five games against Montreal.
- Vegas Golden Knights won six straight games entering the final.
- Golden Knights recently changed coaches from Bruce Cassidy to John Tortorella.
- Vegas swept the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference final.
- Both teams have strong defense; Hurricanes allowed two or fewer goals in 12 of 13 playoff games.
- Vegas defeated Carolina in both regular-season meetings.
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