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The pressure is on the Carolina Hurricanes as they look to even the series and avoid falling into a dangerous hole at home. We break down what the Canes need to do to bounce back, including a closer look at their top line and the keys to slowing down Vegas.

We also play Fill in the Blank and debate:

What Carolina must do to get back into the series?
What Vegas' chances of winning the Stanley Cup Final become if they take tonight's game?

Plus, Jon Cooper has officially been named the NHL's Coach of the Year, edging out Lindy Ruff in one of the closest Jack Adams Trophy races in recent memory. We review the voting results and discuss whether the voters got it right.

We also continue our offseason preview series with the Utah Mammoth. What should Utah's top priority be this summer as they look to close the gap in the Central Division and take the next step toward contention?

Later, David Pagnotta joins the show for the latest Insider Notebook.

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Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live!

The Vegas Golden Knights have struck first in the Stanley Cup Final.

After falling behind early, Vegas stormed back to take Game 1 on the road, becoming the first team to overcome a multi-goal deficit and win the series opener. We break down the comeback, key performances from Nikolaj Ehlers and Tomas Hertl, Shea Theodore's bounce-back effort, and the turning points that helped the Golden Knights take a 1-0 series lead.

We also play The % Game and debate:

The chances this ends up being the highest-scoring game of the Stanley Cup Final
Whether Mitch Marner could emerge as the Conn Smythe favorite if Vegas goes on to win the Cup

Reactions to the NHL's new All-Star Weekend format
The possibility of Russia returning for the World Cup of Hockey
Why the NHL is not currently pursuing expansion

Later, Max Bultman joins the show to discuss the Detroit Red Wings and take a closer look at the Yzerplan. Has Steve Yzerman made meaningful progress in Detroit, and what comes next for the Red Wings as they try to become a Stanley Cup contender?

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The Stanley Cup Final is finally here.

On this episode of Daily Faceoff Live, we break down the three biggest storylines to watch in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and discuss what could determine the outcome of the series.

We also react to the Vancouver Canucks hiring Manny Malhotra as the 23rd head coach in franchise history. What does the move mean for the organization's culture, and how patient should the Canucks be as Malhotra begins his first NHL head coaching opportunity?

Plus, we continue our offseason preview series with the Anaheim Ducks. What should priority number one be for the Ducks this summer, and what moves could help push them closer to contention?

Later, Jeff Marek joins the show to discuss:

Which player's legacy will be impacted most by this Stanley Cup Final
Whether this matchup can help grow the game
The futures of Rod Brind'Amour and John Tortorella
The biggest storylines surrounding the championship series

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The Carolina Hurricanes are heading to the Stanley Cup Final after an incredible playoff run, steamrolling their way through the Eastern Conference with dominant underlying numbers and a remarkable 12-1 postseason record. We discuss what has made Rod Brind'Amour's group so effective and whether anyone can slow them down.

We also look at the Montreal Canadiens after their surprising run to the Eastern Conference Final came to an end. With Brendan Gallagher's emotional comments raising questions about his future and major offseason decisions looming, what comes next for Kent Hughes and the Canadiens?

Plus, it's another edition of our Offseason Preview series as we focus on the Los Angeles Kings. With Anze Kopitar's retirement ushering in a new era, a head coaching vacancy to fill, and significant cap space available, what should priority number one be for the Kings this summer?

Steven Peters joins the show for The Film Room to break down Carolina's dominant playoff formula, analyze the matchup against Vegas, and discuss the biggest tactical storylines heading into the Stanley Cup Final.

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The Montreal Canadiens are facing elimination as the Carolina Hurricanes hold a commanding series lead in the Eastern Conference Final. We break down what Montreal needs to do to keep their season alive, whether there’s a path back into the series, and if the Hurricanes are simply proving to be too much for the young Canadiens.

We also dive into another edition of Fill in the Blank, including which NHL team should be most aggressive in pursuing Mason McTavish if the Anaheim Ducks are willing to listen, and Kelly McCrimmon’s comments about the Bruce Cassidy situation and the leak that shook the hockey world.

From there, we continue our offseason preview series with a look at the Columbus Blue Jackets. What should be the organization's top priority this summer? What would a dream offseason look like as Columbus tries to take the next step toward becoming a playoff contender?

Steven Ellis joins the show for The Next Wave as we break down his latest Top 100 NHL Draft rankings, discuss some of the biggest risers and fallers, and highlight prospects that hockey fans should be paying attention to ahead of the draft.

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