NHL announces schedule for Conference Finals

The NHL has announced the preliminary schedule for the 2026 Stanley Cup Conference Finals, with both Eastern and Western series set to begin the week of May 19. The Carolina Hurricanes and Colorado Avalanche have already advanced to the third round, while the Vegas Golden Knights, Anaheim Ducks, Montreal Canadiens, and Buffalo Sabres are still competing in their respective second-round series. The Eastern Conference Final is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, May 19, with Carolina hosting either Buffalo or Montreal.