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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks: 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Second Round
5/3/2026, 9:23:34 AM
Second-Round Series Overview
The Vegas Golden Knights (Pacific No. 1 seed) face the Anaheim Ducks (No. 3) in a best-of-seven second-round series starting Monday, May 4, 2026. The 2-2-1-1-1 format places Games 1, 2, 5, 7 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and Games 3, 4, 6 at the Honda Center in Anaheim. Vegas holds home-ice advantage.
Recent Context and Season Background
The Ducks swept the three-game regular-season series against the Knights, a first in Anaheim’s history. Vegas advanced past the Utah Mammoth in six games; Anaheim eliminated defending champion Edmonton in the first round. This marks the franchises’ first postseason meeting.
Ticketing Options and Fan Access
Single-game tickets went on sale May 2 via AXS, with refunds for unplayed games within 10-14 business days. A ‘Round 2 Strip’ guarantees a seat for all four potential home games at T-Mobile Arena; the lowest price for Game 1 is $122. Group packages include suites for ten-plus parties and luxury suites for 20-plus guests, and season-ticket members receive postseason benefits.
Broadcast Platforms and Media Coverage
All games will air in the U.S. on ESPN and TNT, with ABC set to broadcast a possible Game 7. Canadian fans can watch on Sportsnet or TVA. Radio coverage is provided by the VGK Radio Network (94.7 FM/1340 AM) and Spanish-language Deportes Vegas (1460 AM). Ducks Stream will carry free audio, while Fubo streams ESPN and Sling streams TNT.
Key Data and Statistics
The Knights entered as the Pacific Division’s top seed (1) and the Ducks as the third seed (3). Their regular-season head-to-head record is 3-0 for Anaheim. The lowest price for a Las Vegas home ticket is $122.
Why the Series Matters
The Knights, the 2022-23 Stanley Cup champions, face a Ducks team that ousted the defending champion Oilers. Home-ice advantage gives Vegas a statistical edge, yet Anaheim’s regular-season sweep suggests a possible upset, making the series pivotal for the Western Conference final.
Conflicting Reports and Information Gaps
Sources list start times as 6:30 p.m. PT (ESPN/TNT) and as 9:30 p.m. ET; the three-hour difference reconciles the two, but the zone is not always specified. Game 5-7 dates appear as “TBD” or “if necessary,” and the broadcast channel for a potential Game 7 varies between ABC and unspecified networks.
Upcoming Games and Schedule Outlook
The series opens on May 4 at T-Mobile Arena. If Vegas wins the first two games, the teams will alternate venues for Games 3 and 4 before returning to Las Vegas for Game 5. Should the series extend, Games 6 and 7 will be played in Anaheim and Las Vegas respectively, deciding the Western Conference champion.
