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Last updated: May 23, 2026, 2:47 PM ET

Eastern Conference Finals

The Montreal Canadiens dominated Game 1 against the Hurricanes and now sit just seven wins from hoisting the Stanley Cup, with contributions coming from up and down the lineup fueling their run. Carolina will look to answer back in Game 2 on Saturday, with Sports Line's model releasing its picks ahead of the matchup that could swing the series. Updated playoff stats show Montreal's depth is a decisive edge heading into what many expect to be a tightly contested series.

Western Conference Finals

Over in the West, the Colorado Avalanche squandered a 1-0 lead in Game 2 against the Vegas Golden Knights, dropping a 3-1 decision that coach Jared Bednar said came down to missed chances to extend the deficit. The loss puts Vegas one game away from evening the series after Colorado's opening-night win.

International

On the world stage, Latvia upset the United States 4-2 at the ice hockey world championship, with Sandis Vilmanis burying two empty-net goals to hand the defending champions their third loss of the tournament.