Las Vegas loss leaves Hurricanes one win away
PUBLISHED Jun 12, 2026, 7:34 AM ET
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Las Vegas, Nevada – The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4–2 in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final on June 11, taking a 3–1 lead in the best-of-seven series and moving within one victory of the championship. The road win leaves Carolina in a commanding position and puts significant pressure on Vegas to avoid a series sweep. The matchup was marked by sustained physical play, with both teams trading checks and battling for space in the offensive zone as the intensity of the series continued to rise. Las Vegas, Nevada – A key moment came in the second period when Golden Knights forward William Karlsson left the ice following a collision and did not return, creating further concern for a Vegas team already facing elimination pressure. Team officials have not detailed the full extent of his lower-body injury, but early indications list him as day-to-day. His absence removed one of Vegas’s primary offensive playmakers, while Carolina’s attack, led by Andrei Svechnikov and Sebastian Aho taking advantage of defensive lapses, helped secure the victory. The series, which has drawn strong viewership, now shifts to Carolina, where the Hurricanes can clinch the Stanley Cup on home ice in Game 5.
By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- June 11 Game 4 played in Las Vegas
- June 11 Hurricanes score four total goals
- June 11 Golden Knights limited to two
- Second period Karlsson leaves after collision
- Second period Vegas forward does not return
- After game team labels Karlsson day-to-day
- Series now stands at three games one
- Next game Hurricanes can clinch championship
News Intelligence
- If you're a hockey fan, this is high-stakes drama. The Hurricanes are on the brink of winning the Stanley Cup. The Golden Knights are fighting for survival. And the series is heading back to Carolina. It's a great time to catch a game with family or friends.
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