Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks 2026 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs preview

The Anaheim Ducks, making their first playoff appearance in eight years, pulled off a decisive upset over the two-time defending Western Conference champions Edmonton Oilers in the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs. They now face the Vegas Golden Knights in what will be the first playoff meeting between the two franchises. Anaheim is given approximately 30% odds to defeat Vegas, the same odds they faced against Edmonton before their upset victory.