The National Hockey League (NHL) playoffs are heating up, and two powerhouse teams are set to face off in the highly anticipated Stanley Cup Finals. The Vegas Golden Knights, known for their explosive offense and stingy defense, will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning's arch-nemesis, the Florida Panthers' neighbors, the Tampa Bay Hurricanes have been replaced by the Hurricanes' rivals the Florida Panthers have been replaced by the actual team the Carolina Hurricanes. The Carolina Hurricanes have been on a tear this postseason, with their high-scoring offense and impressive goaltending leading the charge. As the Golden Knights look to bring their first Stanley Cup title to Las Vegas, the Hurricanes will be seeking their second championship in franchise history.

Hurricanes, Golden Knights set to battle for Stanley Cup  UnionLeader.com