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Hurricanes history

Jun 14, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Carolina Hurricanes celebrate their win against the Vegas Golden Knights in game six of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

5 reasons why the 2026 Stanley Cup Final is the best series in Hurricanes history

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Aug 31, 2026

The Hurricanes realized their destiny in 2006, reaching the top for the first time

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Aug 30, 2026

Everyone was shocked by what the Carolina Hurricanes did to the Devils in 2009

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Aug 29, 2026

With a spot in the Final on the line, the Hurricanes survived a war with the Sabres

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Aug 28, 2026

May 27, 2021; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Carolina Hurricanes players celebrate after the game-winning goal by center Sebastian Aho (20) in overtime to eliminate the Nashville Predators in game six of the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Carolina and Nashville gave us a fun, historic series that defied all expectations

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Aug 27, 2026

Apr 24, 2019; Washington, DC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing Brock McGinn (23) celebrates with Hurricanes defenseman Brett Pesce (22) and Hurricanes right wing Justin Williams (14) after scoring the game-winning goal against the Washington Capitals in the second overtime in game seven of the first round of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. The Hurricanes won 4-3 in double overtime. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

The Hurricanes' long-awaited return to the playoffs brings a stunning upset to start

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Aug 26, 2026

Hurricanes winger Jeff O'Neill scores the overtime winner against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals at the Air Canada Center in Toronto on May 21, 2002.

The Hurricanes took comfort in overtime magic to reach the 2002 Stanley Cup Final

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Aug 25, 2026

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The Hurricanes won their first series thanks to one of the best saves in team history

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Aug 24, 2026

May 3, 2009; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Bruins left wing Milan Lucic (17) works for the puck against Carolina Hurricanes right wing Scott Walker (24) during the first period of game two of the eastern conference semifinals of the 2009 Stanley Cup playoffs at TD Banknorth Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

The villain becomes a hero in Boston to help the Hurricanes avoid a total collapse

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Aug 23, 2026

The Hurricanes pour off the bench after Niclas Wallin scores the overtime winner in Game 4 at the Molson Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, on May 9, 2002.

An improbable comeback pushed the Canes to the conference finals for the first time

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Aug 22, 2026

Apr 24, 2006; Raleigh, NC, USA; Montreal Canadiens center (38) Jan Bulis is checked by Carolina Hurricanes defensemen (7) Niclas Wallin during the 1st period at the RBC Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports Copyright (c) 2006 James Guillory

The arrival of a franchise goalie began a glorious run for the Hurricanes in 2006

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Aug 21, 2026

Apr 22, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho (20) celebrates his goal with defenseman Brady Skjei (76) against the New York Islanders during the third period in game two of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

The Hurricanes' 2024 rematch with New York was even more electric the second time

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Aug 20, 2026

May 29, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Jackson Blake (53) scores an even strength goal against Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes (75) and center Alex Newhook (15) in game five of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Years of failure flew out the window when the Hurricanes finally conquered the hump

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Aug 19, 2026

May 6, 2006; Raleigh, NC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman (22) Mike Commodore and the New Jersey Devils right wing (25) Cam Janssen fight during the 3rd period at the RBC Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports Copyright (c) 2006 James Guillory

19 years apart, the Canes proved their postseason dominance of the Devils is timeless

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Aug 18, 2026

May 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) celebrates his goal with defenseman Jalen Chatfield (5), defenseman Dmitry Orlov (7), and right wing Andrei Svechnikov (37) against the Washington Capitals during the second period in game four of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Long-time rivals met again in 2025 for a series leaning heavily in Carolina's favor

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Aug 17, 2026

Apr 18, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Logan Stankoven (22) celebrates his goal against the Ottawa Senators during the second period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The Hurricanes made it look easy as the Stankoven line anchored their sweep of Ottawa

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Aug 16, 2026

Apr 23, 2023; Elmont, New York, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho (20) celebrates his goal against the New York Islanders with the Carolina Hurricanes bench during the second period in game four of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

With Aho making team history, the Hurricanes squeaked past the Islanders in 2023

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Aug 15, 2026

May 1, 2019; Raleigh, NC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Justin Williams (14) celebrates after scoring a goal against the New York Islanders during the third period in game three of the second round of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Despite injuries piling up, the Hurricanes fought for their first sweep in 2019

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Aug 14, 2026

May 9, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; The Carolina Hurricanes and Philadelphia Flyers shake hands after game four of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

The Hurricanes swept their way to history, earning their rightful spot atop the Metro

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Aug 13, 2026

May 11, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes players celebrate their overtime victory against the New Jersey Devils in game five of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

The Hurricanes brought out the steamroller in this one-sided clash with the Devils

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Aug 12, 2026

May 14, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Max Domi (13) celebrates his goal against the Boston Bruins during the second period in game seven of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Home ice and an unlikely hero saved the Hurricanes from a stunning opening-round loss

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Aug 11, 2026

Aug 4, 2020; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Sebastian Aho #20 of the Carolina Hurricanes scores a goal on Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers during the third period in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Qualification Round prior to the 2020 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on August 04, 2020 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Mandatory Credit: Andre Ringuette via USA TODAY Sports

Milestones and firsts made the Hurricanes' return in the 2020 bubble so much sweeter

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Aug 10, 2026

May 24, 2023; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) scores the game-winning goal against Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) during the third period in game four of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at FLA Live Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

A villain was born and a curse continued for the Hurricanes against the Cats in 2023

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Aug 9, 2026

Steve Yzerman holds up the Stanley Cup with his daughter Isabella after winning the Cup for the third time after a 3-1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on June 13, 2002, at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, MI.

Before winning it all, the Canes felt the sting of defeat in the Stanley Cup Final

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Aug 8, 2026

26 Apr 1999: Goalie Byron Dafoe #34 of the Boston Bruins blocks the shot to the goal by Gary Roberts #10 of the Carolina Hurricanes during the Eastern Conference Quarter Finals Game Three at the Fleet Center in Boston, Massachusetts. The Hurricanes defeated the Bruins 2-1.

Turning back the clock, the Caniacs' playoff appetite began with a big clash in 1999

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Aug 7, 2026

May 16, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period in game six of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Goaltending, special teams put the Hurricanes in a bad spot against New York in 2024

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Aug 6, 2026

Jun 8, 2021; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Ross Colton (79) is congratulated by left wing Pat Maroon (14) defenseman Victor Hedman (77) and defenseman Jan Rutta (44) after his third period goal against the Carolina Hurricanes in game five of the second round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

The Canes and the Bolts clashed as division foes in a fun weather-based duel in 2021

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Aug 5, 2026

May 30, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) is congratulated by defenseman Adam Fox (23) after his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period in game seven of the second round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

A series with promise ended with the Hurricanes' only Game 7 loss in team history

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Aug 4, 2026

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