Banner-Raising Opener Ends in Overtime Loss

Carolina raised its championship banner before hosting Florida on September 29, then earned a point in a 2-1 overtime defeat on Gustav Forsling's goal with 4.3 seconds left. Jordan Staal carried the Cup during the emotional ceremony, while Brandon Bussi stopped 19 of 20 shots; the 7-for-7 penalty kill contrasted with an 0-for-6 power play. Washington is next.