NHL Playoffs: Hurricanes on the Brink of a Rare Feat As the Carolina Hurricanes prepare to face off in the Stanley Cup final, they are poised to achieve a remarkable milestone in the history of the National Hockey League. With a mere one loss to their name heading into the final series, the Hurricanes are on the cusp of finishing among the six champions that lost the fewest games since the league introduced the four best-of-seven series format in 1986-87. If they can secure the championship, they will join an elite group of teams that have navigated the playoffs with incredible efficiency, a testament to their skill and resilience. The Hurricanes' impressive record has set them up for a potentially historic conclusion to their season.

The Carolina Hurricanes lost just one game heading into the Stanley Cup final, which still makes it possible for them to finish among the six champions that lost the fewest games since the NHL introduced four best-of-seven series in 1986-87.