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Bussi Shines in Playoff Debut
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- Jun 13, 2026
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- 103
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Summary
Brandon Bussi, a waiver claimant barely a month ago, stunned the hockey world with a career-defining playoff debut, stopping 18 shots to lead the Hurricanes to a 5-3 Game Four victory over Vegas and even the Stanley Cup Final at two games apiece. With the coach keeping his goalie decision secret until warmups—and even benching usual starter Frederik Andersen—Bussi’s surprise start added drama, emotion, and undeniable grit. Facing a breakaway on his first shot and a Vegas goal early, he settled in, stopping nine shots in the third period to seal the win. His parents flew in from New York just in time to witness history. Now, with Game Five looming, the coach remains tight-lipped—proving Bussi’s rise isn’t just hype, it’s hockey’s next big story. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/88dd47be05948c21