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Staals 4-Game Goal Streak Continues in Stanley Cup Final
10 Jun
Summary
- Jordan Staal scored two goals, extending his streak to four games.
- Rookie goalie Brandon Bussi earned his first Stanley Cup Final win.
- The series is tied 2-2 heading back to Raleigh for Game 5.
The Carolina Hurricanes have tied the Stanley Cup Final series 2-2 against the Vegas Golden Knights following a 5-3 victory in Game 4 on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The series will now return to Raleigh for Game 5 on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Jordan Staal was a standout performer, scoring two goals in Game 4. This extended his personal scoring streak to four consecutive games, a feat not seen in the Stanley Cup Final in 43 years. Staal also became the third-oldest player to record multiple goals in a Stanley Cup Final game.
In goal, 27-year-old Brandon Bussi made his first playoff start and secured his first Stanley Cup Final win. The undrafted goalie made 18 saves on 21 shots. His victory gives the Hurricanes momentum as they return home with a chance to take the series lead.
The series has been a high-scoring affair, with 33 goals through four games. Both teams have seen multiple lead changes and dramatic moments. The Hurricanes have struggled in the second period, being outscored 9-1, and will need a full 60-minute effort to secure a series lead in Game 5.
