NHL Releases Potential Conference Final Schedules

The NHL has released tentative Conference Finals schedules for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, with three of the four final teams already determined. The Carolina Hurricanes are waiting to learn their Eastern Conference Finals opponent, which will be either the Montreal Canadiens or the Buffalo Sabres. The Canadiens currently lead that series 3-2, and the start date for the Eastern Conference Final will be either Tuesday, May 19 or Thursday, May 21, depending on whether the series ends in six or seven games.