The 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final will see the Vegas Golden Knights compete against the Carolina Hurricanes, with Game 1 scheduled for June 2 at 8 PM ET at Lenovo Center in Carolina. This matchup marks the Golden Knights' third appearance in the Stanley Cup Final in just nine seasons, showcasing their strong performance under coach John Tortorella. They recently swept the Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Finals. The Hurricanes, who last won the Cup in 2006, boast an impressive 12-1 playoff record this season, having swept both the Ottawa Senators and Philadelphia Flyers before defeating the Montreal Canadiens in the Eastern Conference Finals. Fans can watch the games live on various platforms: in the US, they can tune in on ABC and ESPN; in Canada, Sportsnet and CBC will broadcast the games; and viewers in the UK can catch the action on NHL.TV via DAZN. For those traveling outside their home countries, using a VPN like NordVPN can help access their preferred streaming services.