Stanley Cup Finals: Series Overview, Odds, and Picks
The season-defining series in the NHL this season is set for June, as the Stanley Cup Finals get underway with back-to-back clashes between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center. You can find the series overview, as well as the Stanley Cup Finals odds and our picks here.
Stanley Cup Finals: Series Winner Odds
Stanley Cup Finals: Schedule
| Game | Home Team | Road Team | Location | How To Watch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Carolina Hurricanes | Vegas Golden Knights | Lenovo Center | ABC, CBC, SN |
| Game 2 | Carolina Hurricanes | Vegas Golden Knights | Lenovo Center | ABC, CBC, SN |
| Game 3 | Vegas Golden Knights | Carolina Hurricanes | T-Mobile Arena | ABC, CBC, SN |
| Game 4 | Vegas Golden Knights | Carolina Hurricanes | T-Mobile Arena | ABC, CBC, SN |
| Game 5 | Carolina Hurricanes | Vegas Golden Knights | Lenovo Center | ABC, CBC, SN |
| Game 6 | Vegas Golden Knights | Carolina Hurricanes | T-Mobile Arena | ABC, CBC, SN |
| Game 7 | Carolina Hurricanes | Vegas Golden Knights | Lenovo Center | ABC, CBC, SN |
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Stanley Cup Finals: Team Profiles
Carolina Hurricanes Path to the Finals
- Eastern Conference First Round vs. Ottawa Senators: Carolina Won 4-0
- Eastern Conference Second Round vs. Philadelphia Flyers: Carolina Won 4-0
- Eastern Conference Final vs. Montreal Canadiens: Carolina Won 4-1
The Carolina Hurricanes will be playing in their first Stanley Cup Finals since 2006. Their most recent win in the competition came in the same year, beating the Edmonton Oilers in seven games. History has already been made by the franchise this season, reaching the Stanley Cup with the fewest defeats since the Montreal Canadiens in 1975-76.
Vegas Golden Knights Path to the Finals
- Western Conference First Round vs. Utah Mammoth: Vegas Won 4-2
- Western Conference Second Round vs. Anaheim Ducks: Vegas Won 4-2
- Western Conference Final vs. Colorado Avalanche: Vegas Won 4-0
The Vegas Golden Knights will be playing in their third Stanley Cup Final this season. They last played in the championship game back in 2023, beating the Florida Panthers in five games. Their statement success in the postseason came in the Western Conference finals, sweeping the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Vegas Golden Knights Head-to-Head
| Stat | Hurricanes | Golden Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Win Rate | 56.2% | 43.8% |
| Home Win Rate | 50% | 37.5% |
| Away Win Rate | 62.5% | 50% |
The Vegas Golden Knights have won the last two head-to-head meetings between the franchises, including a 6-3 success at Lenovo Center earlier in the regular season. However, overall, the Hurricanes boast a better win rate over the Golden Knights in head-to-head encounters.
Stanley Cup Picks: Who Will Win The Stanley Cup?
A fascinating Stanley Cup Finals series is set, with the Golden Knights looking dangerous following their sweep against the Avalanche. However, the Hurricanes look like the stronger team, and their level of performance in the postseason is hard to overlook. Therefore, we foresee Carolina winning in five games.
