Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Hurricanes stave off elimination, Panthers miss star forward

For the first time since 2006, the Carolina Hurricanes have clinched a victory in the Eastern Conference Final, staving off elimination in the Stanley Cup playoffs. The Florida Panthers felt the absence of a star forward as the Hurricanes reignited their championship hopes.

Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Hurricanes stave off elimination, Panthers miss star forward

Devils strike back against Hurricanes with double-OT win in NHL playoff series

In a grueling double-overtime clash, the New Jersey Devils showcased their resilience by defeating the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 of the first-round Stanley Cup playoffs. The match tested both teams’ grit and endurance, setting the stage for a fiercely contested series.

Devils strike back against Hurricanes with double-OT win in NHL playoff series