"Apologize to absolutely f-----g no one": Sam Bennett fires back at ‘dirty play' claims during Panthers parade with a savage Connor McGregor twist
Sam Bennett turns parade moment into mic-drop moment over 'dirty' accusations against Panthers (Imagn Images)
The city of Fort Lauderdale was once again painted in Panthers' red and black as the Florida Panthers celebrated their second consecutive Stanley Cup championship with an epic victory parade on Sunday.
The team's electrifying 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 on Tuesday night officially sealed their championship run, but the celebrations were just beginning.
Panthers enforcer
Sam Bennett
has one savage message for fans who call their play 'dirty'
Thousands of fans lined the streets to cheer on their hockey heroes as players danced, shouted, and partied their way down the beachfront. It wasn't just a moment of celebration—it was a statement. Florida's reign over the NHL isn't a fluke. It's a culture.
No one embodied that bold spirit more than forward Sam Bennett. Fresh off a phenomenal postseason run that saw him net 15 goals, Bennett didn't hold back when he took the microphone during the parade. The playoff MVP had a fiery message for critics who label the Panthers as overly aggressive on the ice.
'A lot of people don't like the way we play. They call us dirty. They call us nasty. They call us bullies,' Bennett shouted, rallying the crowd. 'So I would like to take this time to apologize to absolutely f------ no one. We are the double champs. We do what the f--- we want. Let's go!'
His words sent fans into a frenzy and added another unforgettable moment to an already legendary championship celebration.
Bennett, who is set to become a free agent this offseason, has made his desire clear—he wants to stay with the Panthers. If he does, Florida could be eyeing a historic three-peat next season.
The back-to-back Stanley Cup titles have not only cemented Florida's place in NHL history but also ignited a powerful sense of pride in the community. The energy in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday felt less like a sports parade and more like a city-wide festival of dominance.
With stars like Bennett leading the charge, the Panthers aren't just champions—they're building a dynasty.
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