Golden Knights coach guarantees Game 7 vs. Hurricanes

Vegas Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella publicly guaranteed a Game 7 after his team suffered a 4-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday, June 12, 2026, putting Vegas on the brink of elimination in the Stanley Cup Final. Tortorella told reporters postgame that the team would return to Raleigh for a Game 7 next Wednesday, famously stating he would leave his clothes at the hotel. The Golden Knights have struggled throughout the series, having blown a 4-0 lead in Game 3 and facing ongoing injury concerns and goaltending issues.