Stanley Cup Playoffs 2026: Picks, predictions for conference finals as just four teams remain standing

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs conference finals are set with four teams remaining: the Colorado Avalanche, Vegas Golden Knights, Carolina Hurricanes, and Montreal Canadiens. CBS Sports has released picks and predictions for the conference final matchups as the competition enters its penultimate round. The winner of each series will advance to compete for the Stanley Cup championship.