Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Game 5 picks Friday: Carolina should advance to first Stanley Cup Final in 20 years
The Montreal Canadiens are facing elimination in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes, trailing the series 3-1. Carolina has been dominant in the playoffs, winning all six of their road games so far. If the Hurricanes win tonight, they will advance to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in 20 years.
- ▪The Canadiens have lost four straight home playoff games for the first time in franchise history.
- ▪Frederik Andersen has become the fifth goalie in NHL history to win each of his first six road games in a postseason.
- ▪Montreal has recorded only 65 shots in the series, setting a record for the fewest shots over a three-game span in a playoff series.
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- ▪ Carolina Hurricanes Back in the Stanley Cup Final — Yahoo Sports
- ▪ Carolina Hurricanes finally break through to reach first Stanley Cup final in 20 years — The Guardian — US
- ▪ Hurricanes should punch ticket to Stanley Cup Finals as Canadiens face elimination in Game 5 — Fox News — Latest
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 13:41:54 +0000 |
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Barring a stunning comeback, it appears that Canada's Stanley Cup drought will continue for a 33rd straight season as the Montreal Canadiens trail the Eastern Conference Final 3-1 entering tonight's Game 5 at Carolina. It's an 8 ET puck drop and if the Hurricanes finish things off, they would host the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday. If not, then Game 6 of this series would be Sunday in Montreal and the Cup Final won't start until Thursday. Use the latest DraftKings promo code to get benefits when you place your NHL bets.Canadiens vs.
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