As the NHL playoffs heat up, hockey fans are eagerly anticipating the highly anticipated matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights. With the Stanley Cup on the line, both teams are looking to make a deep run in the postseason. In this preview, Yahoo Sports breaks down the key factors that could influence the outcome of the series, including the Hurricanes' potent offense and the Golden Knights' stingy defense. Will the Hurricanes' speed and agility be too much for the Golden Knights to handle, or will Vegas' experience and depth propel them to victory? Get the inside scoop on how the experts think the series will play out and make your own predictions for the winner of the Stanley Cup.

Who will win the Stanley Cup? Picks for Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights series  Yahoo Sports