Stanley Cupdate - Fast Starts Carry Canadiens and Golden Knights - May 9, 2026

Friday evening, the Montreal Canadiens took their third period momentum from Game 1 to even their Series with the Buffalo Sabres while in Anaheim, Vegas did likewise carried by a virtuoso performance from Mitch Marner.

In Saturday action, the Carolina Hurricanes look to become just the fifth team in NHL history to open a post-season 8-0 as they look to finish off the Philadelphia Flyers. Over in the West, the Colorado Avalanche also vie to remain perfect in the playoffs though the Minnesota Wild are hopeful being back at home will flip their fortunes in that series.

Vic and Neil break it down and also speak about some familiar names nominated as finalists for the Hart Trophy as league MVP.

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