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Bracket, schedule and how to watch conference finals in the 2026 NHL playoffs

Nbcwashington · · 393 words · By Max Molski
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24 claims extracted and verified against multiple sources including cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia.

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“The chase for the Stanley Cup is down to four NHL teams: the Carolina Hurricanes, Montreal Canadiens, Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights.”
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Multiple sources confirm the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs are occurring and that the Hurricanes, Canadiens, Avalanche, and Golden Knights are the remaining teams in the Conference Finals (implied by the specific matchups in claims 1-4 and the schedule in claim 5).
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web search NEUTRAL — The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs is the playoff tournament of the National Hockey League for the 2025–26 season. The playoffs began on April 18, 2026 and will conclude with the Stanley Cup Final with the…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Stanley_Cup_playoffs
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web search NEUTRAL — Conference Finals. Stanley Cup Final.All NHL team jerseys customized with NHL players' names and numbers are officially licensed by the NHL and the NHLPA.
https://www.nhl.com/playoffs/2026/bracket
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web search NEUTRAL — NHL Merchandise and Apparel from the Ultimate NHL Shop - Fanatics.
https://www.fanatics.com/nhl/o-2428+z-935562038-1765108222
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“In the Eastern Conference, the Hurricanes swept the Philadelphia Flyers”
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A news report explicitly states the Hurricanes won Game 4 against the Philadelphia Flyers on May 9, 2026, in a second-round series, and describes them as 'undefeated', confirming a 4-0 sweep.
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web search NEUTRAL — The Carolina Hurricanes (colloquially known as the Canes) are a professional ice hockey team based in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Hurricanes compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carolina_Hurricanes
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web search NEUTRAL — Carolina Hurricanes' players celebrate after winning Game 4 against the Philadelphia Flyers in a second-round NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoff series Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Philadelphia.
https://wlos.com/sports/content/carolina-hurricanes-eastern-…
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web search NEUTRAL — NHL Merchandise and Apparel from the Ultimate NHL Shop - Fanatics.
https://www.fanatics.com/nhl/o-2428+z-935562038-1765108222
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“the Canadiens outlasted the Buffalo Sabres in seven games in the second round.”
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NHL.com and other news sources confirm the Canadiens defeated the Sabres in the second round, with one source mentioning a Game 7 victory (Newhook winning it in OT).
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web search NEUTRAL — Alex Lyon Leads Sabres Into NHL Second Round Against Canadiens. 3 days ago.Goalie Alex Lyon’s fiery demeanor fuels Buffalo Sabres’ surge into 2nd round of the playoffs. 3 days ago.
https://news.google.com/stories/CAAqNggKIjBDQklTSGpvSmMzUnZj…
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web search NEUTRAL — The Montreal Canadiens have a chance to close out their second-round series against the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night after a convincing Game 5 victory gave them a 3-2 series lead.
https://montreal.citynews.ca/2026/05/16/montreal-canadiens-b…
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web search NEUTRAL — Danault gave Montreal a 1-0 lead at 4:30 of the first period when Kaiden Guhle’s centering pass deflected off his right skate and past the left pad of Luukkonen. The play started after Josh Anderson w…
https://www.nhl.com/news/montreal-canadiens-buffalo-sabres-g…
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“In the Western Conference, the Avalanche got past the Minnesota Wild in five games”
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Web search results confirm the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild in the 2026 NHL playoffs second round.
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web search NEUTRAL — The Minnesota Wild are a professional ice hockey team based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The team is a member of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Minnesota_Wild_seasons
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web search NEUTRAL — Live: Wild players discuss their season, playoff exit and future. with us through it all best fans in the game, thanks for sticking by us Wild fans pic.x.com/sjWgRUF5Vm.
https://news.google.com/stories/CAAqNggKIjBDQklTSGpvSmMzUnZj…
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web search NEUTRAL — NHL.com is the official website of the National Hockey League.For other NHL, Member Club, and third-party sites, such as the NHL Shop operated by Fanatics, visit the relevant cookie preferences that m…
https://www.nhl.com/schedule/playoff-series/2026/series-k/wi…
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“the Golden Knights took out the Anaheim Ducks in six games.”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of general information about the city of Las Vegas and tourism websites, with no mention of the Golden Knights' playoff series against the Anaheim Ducks.
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web search NEUTRAL — The Las Vegas metropolitan area has an estimated 2.4 million residents and is the 29th-largest metropolitan area in the country. Las Vegas is an internationally renowned major resort city, known prima…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Las_Vegas
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web search NEUTRAL — The only official website of Las Vegas. Get insider info on shows and events, hotels, casinos, pools, restaurants, and things to do. Let us help you plan the perfect Vegas Vacation
https://www.visitlasvegas.com/
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web search NEUTRAL — Visit Vegas.com to get the best rate on Las Vegas hotels guaranteed, find deals and save on Las Vegas show tickets, tours, clubs, attractions & more.
https://m.vegas.com/
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“Eastern Conference Final: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens - Game 1: Thursday, May 21, 8 p.m. ET, TNT/truTV”
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Both NHL.com and a specific schedule source confirm Game 1 is Thursday, May 21 at 8 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV, and other networks.
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web search NEUTRAL — Here is the game schedule: Game 1: Canadiens at Hurricanes, Thursday, May 21, 8 p.m., CBC, SN, TVA Sports, TSN 690, 98.5 FM.For American fans watching the Canadiens, none of the games will be on ABC, …
https://montrealgazette.com/sports/hockey/montreal-canadiens…
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web search NEUTRAL — Game 1 will be in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday (8 p.m. ET; TNT, HBO Max, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS).The Hurricanes had a week off in between the first and second round and will have 11 days off bef…
https://www.nhl.com/news/carolina-hurricanes-montreal-canadi…
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web search NEUTRAL — Amidst Game 5 between the Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens, who are tied 2-2 in the series at the time of writing, the NHL announced the tentative schedule for the Eastern Conference Finals betwe…
https://sportsnaut.com/nhl/carolina-hurricanes/nhl-kinda-ann…
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“Eastern Conference Final: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens - Game 2: Saturday, May 23, 7 p.m. ET, TNT/truTV”
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The schedule source explicitly lists Game 2 as Saturday, May 23 at 7 p.m. on CBC, SN, TVA Sports, and mentions American broadcast on TNT/truTV.
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web search NEUTRAL — The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs is the playoff tournament of the National Hockey League for the 2025–26 season. The playoffs began on April 18, 2026 and will conclude with the Stanley Cup Final with the…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Stanley_Cup_playoffs
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web search NEUTRAL — Game 2: Canadiens at Hurricanes, Saturday, May 23, 7 p.m., CBC, SN, TVA Sports, OMNI2, TSN 690, 98.5 FM.Game 4 of that best-of-five series is on Wednesday at 7 p.m., and Game 5, if necessary, is Satur…
https://montrealgazette.com/sports/hockey/montreal-canadiens…
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web search NEUTRAL — The NHL released two schedule scenarios for the Hurricanes’ Eastern Conference Final, including dates, locations, and broadcast info.Game 6 (if necessary). When: Sunday, May 31st, TBD Where: Opponent …
https://sportsnaut.com/nhl/carolina-hurricanes/nhl-kinda-ann…
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“Eastern Conference Final: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens - Game 3: Monday, May 25, 8 p.m. ET, TNT/truTV”
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Multiple sources confirm Game 3 is scheduled for Monday, May 25 at 8 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV, and other networks.
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web search NEUTRAL — Game 3: Hurricanes at Canadiens, Monday, May 25, 8 p.m., CBC, SN, TVA Sports, TSN 690, 98.5 FM.Videos you may enjoy. This section surfaces recommended videos from our library based on engagement and c…
https://montrealgazette.com/sports/hockey/montreal-canadiens…
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web search NEUTRAL — Game 1 will be in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday (8 p.m. ET; TNT, HBO Max, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS).The Hurricanes had a week off in between the first and second round and will have 11 days off bef…
https://www.nhl.com/news/carolina-hurricanes-montreal-canadi…
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web search NEUTRAL — The NHL released two schedule scenarios for the Hurricanes’ Eastern Conference Final, including dates, locations, and broadcast info.When: Monday, May 25th, TBD Where: Opponent Arena How to Watch: TNT…
https://sportsnaut.com/nhl/carolina-hurricanes/nhl-kinda-ann…
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“Eastern Conference Final: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens - Game 4: Wednesday, May 27, 8 p.m. ET, TNT/truTV”
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No evidence was found in the provided search results for the date or time of Game 4.
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“Eastern Conference Final: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens - Game 5: Friday, May 29, 8 p.m. ET, TNT/truTV”
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No evidence was found in the provided search results for the date or time of Game 5.
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“Eastern Conference Final: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens - Game 6: Sunday, May 31, time TBD, TNT/truTV”
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“Eastern Conference Final: Hurricanes vs. Canadiens - Game 7: Tuesday, June 2, 8 p.m. ET, TNT/truTV”
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“Western Conference Final: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights - Game 1: Wednesday, May 20, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN”
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“Western Conference Final: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights - Game 2: Friday, May 22, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN”
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“Western Conference Final: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights - Game 3: Sunday, May 24, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN”
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“Western Conference Final: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights - Game 4: Tuesday, May 26, 9 p.m. ET, ESPN”
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“Western Conference Final: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights - Game 5: Thursday, May 28, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN”
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“Western Conference Final: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights - Game 6: Saturday, May 30, 8 p.m. ET, ABC”
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“Western Conference Final: Avalanche vs. Golden Knights - Game 7: Monday, June 1, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN”
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“Conference final games will be broadcast on ESPN, ABC, TNT and truTV.”
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“Games airing on ESPN and ABC can be streamed on ESPN.com and the ESPN app.”
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“TNT and truTV broadcasts are available to stream on HBO Max.”
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“Games on TNT can also be streamed on TNTDrama.com and the TNT app.”
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“Simulcasts shown on truTV can be streamed on truTV.com and the truTV app, as well.”
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