The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are heating up as the second round is underway, featuring intense matchups across both conferences.
Eastern Conference Showdowns
Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres
The series between the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres is currently tied at two games apiece. The Canadiens bounced back in Game 3 with a strong offensive performance, while the Sabres managed to secure a narrow victory in Game 4. The upcoming games will be crucial in determining who advances.
- Game 1: Buffalo wins 4-2
- Game 2: Montreal wins 5-1
- Game 3: Montreal wins 6-2
- Game 4: Buffalo wins 3-2
- Game 5: Montreal at Buffalo — Thursday, May 14, 7:00 PM ET
- Game 6: Buffalo at Montreal — Saturday, May 16, 8:00 PM ET
- Game 7: Montreal at Buffalo — Monday, May 18, TBA (if necessary)
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
The Carolina Hurricanes have swept the Philadelphia Flyers, clinching their series victory 4-0. The Hurricanes displayed dominant play throughout, consistently outscoring the Flyers and securing their spot in the next round with a decisive Game 4 overtime win.
- Game 1: Carolina wins 3-0
- Game 2: Carolina wins 3-2
- Game 3: Carolina wins 4-1
- Game 4: Carolina wins 3-2 (OT)
Western Conference Battles
Minnesota Wild vs. Colorado Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche have emerged victorious in their series against the Minnesota Wild, winning 4-1. Despite a strong showing in Game 3, the Wild couldn’t overcome the Avalanche’s consistent scoring and resilience, with Colorado sealing the series win in a close Game 5 overtime thriller.
- Game 1: Colorado wins 9-6
- Game 2: Colorado wins 5-2
- Game 3: Minnesota wins 5-1
- Game 4: Colorado wins 5-2
- Game 5: Colorado wins 4-3 (OT)
Anaheim Ducks vs. Vegas Golden Knights
The series between the Anaheim Ducks and the Vegas Golden Knights is a nail-biter, with the Golden Knights holding a narrow 3-2 lead. After splitting the first four games, Vegas managed to edge out Anaheim in a dramatic overtime victory in Game 5. The remaining games promise high stakes as both teams fight for advancement.
- Game 1: Vegas wins 3-1
- Game 2: Anaheim wins 3-1
- Game 3: Vegas wins 6-2
- Game 4: Anaheim wins 4-3
- Game 5: Vegas wins 3-2 (OT)
- Game 6: Vegas at Anaheim — Thursday, May 14, 9:30 PM ET
- Game 7: Anaheim at Vegas — Saturday, May 16, 5:00 PM ET (if necessary)