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Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Florida Panthers no longer satisfied just to play in Stanley Cup Final
Silly superstitions. In one arena, the Florida Panthers stayed as far away from the trophy signifying their Eastern Conference championship – the Prince of Wales – shunning the shiny 2-foot-tall piece of sterling silver as it was brought onto the ice after their Game 5 win over Carolina. Advertisement In another venue, nearly 2,000 miles away in Dallas, the Edmonton Oilers surrounded their trophy – the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl – after eliminating the Stars in the Western Conference Final in five games, each player making sure his fingerprints were all over the prize. May 28, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Florida Panthers forward Carter Verhaeghe (23) celebrates a goal during the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes in game five of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images While both teams will acknowledge the job is not done as they prepare for a rematch of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final starting June 4 in Edmonton, last year's result dictates this year's superstition. The Panthers, after touching the Prince of Wales Trophy two years ago and then being smoked by Las Vegas in the Stanley Cup Final, ignored it a year ago before winning their first title. Advertisement Aside from being a talented, connected, determined bunch, you can also describe this team has having long memories. Because even during the team photo after the Game 5 clincher, at least a 1-foot gap separated the trophy from the nearest players, including captain Aleksander Barkov. Florida Panthers' Bill Zito: GM who doesn't 'do anything' (but gets everything done) May 28, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Florida Panthers pose with the Prince of Wales Trophy as they advance to the finals after wining against the Carolina Hurricanes in game five of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images The Oilers avoided the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl a year ago and that did not work out very well. Edmonton dug too deep a hole, falling behind Florida 3-0, before a furious rally fell one game short, losing Game 7 in Sunrise. "The bigger picture has changed … for our team," Panthers coach Paul Maurice said after the 5-3 win over the Hurricanes that closed out the conference final in five games. Advertisement "The first time, and you fight to get to the final, it's just such a big deal. And then when you do it a couple of times, you understand three-quarters of the way through (the playoffs), and there's lots more that has to happen." Like any franchise that tastes success the way the Panthers have the past three years, expectations are heightened. Matthew Tkachuk said just making the final two years ago "felt like such an accomplishment from where we were at one point." Rightfully so. The Panthers had won one playoff series the previous 27 years before losing that 2023 postseason that ended with losing the final round in five games. Florida Panthers headed to third straight Stanley Cup Final Then it happened. First, a Stanley Cup Final run that gives you that taste. Then, using that experience to complete the mission for the first time. And now, headed back for the third straight year. Advertisement "We didn't come here to win the Eastern Conference," Barkov said. The Panthers are acting, talking, playing like a group that will never be satisfied unless the ultimate is achieved. Florida not only has crossed that threshold of just being happy to be there, it has raised that bar so high that suggesting making the Stanley Cup Final should be cause for great celebration is an insult. "It's an odd feeling," said forward Brad Marchand, whose acquisition at the trade deadline, along with obtaining defenseman Seth Jones, should seal the GM of the Year Award for Florida's Bill Zito. "Excited to win the East, but our job isn't done." Advertisement What we have with the Panthers is a run bringing back memories of the Miami Heat's dominance from 2010-11 to 2013-14 that resulted in four trips to the NBA Finals and two titles. Dynasty? Not quite. A franchise needs to carry sustained success for more than three or four years and win more than one or two titles to join such an exclusive group of teams like the Canadiens, Yankees, Celtics and Patriots. But it has to start somewhere. And with the leadership of owner Vinnie Viola, and Zito, the Panthers at least now can initiate that conversation, just like it was a conversation 15 years ago when it came to the Heat with owner Micky Arison and Pat Riley. "They're the standard, obviously," Carolina coach Rod Brind'Amour said about the Panthers after his team was eliminated. Advertisement The Panthers are the ninth franchise to play in three consecutive Stanley Cup Finals, second in the past 40 years joining the 2020-22 Tampa Bay Lightning. Franchises not on that list include three of the league's Original Six – Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers. They are attempting to become the third team this century to win back-to-back titles: Pittsburgh Penguins (2016, '17) and Lightning (2020, '21). The beauty of this Stanley Cup Final is nobody is coming into it wide-eyed and overwhelmed. The moment should not be too big for either team. The fact that we have a rematch of a seven-game series evens out the experience and Wow! factor. Advertisement "It's not our first rodeo with this," Tkachuk said. "We are going to be very prepared." Expect the same from the Edmonton Oilers. Tom D'Angelo is a senior sports columnist and reporter for The Palm Beach Post. He can be reached at tdangelo@ Stanley Cup Final Game 1: Panthers at Oilers 8 p.m., Wednesday, June 4 TV: TRU, TNT This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Florida Panthers seeking second Stanley Cup in third straight final
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Edmonton Oilers' recent post stirs up Stanley Cup drama ahead of Game 1 against the Florida Panthers
Image via Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Game 1 between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers for the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals is now just a few hours away. For fans of both teams, emotions are on the rise as the teams gear up to face each other in a rematch after the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals, when the Edmonton Oilers faced a devastating defeat. Now, it seems like the Edmonton Oilers' recent post has sparked a divide among fans. The Edmonton Oilers' recent post sparked a debate among fans about the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals A few hours ago, the Edmonton Oilers took to their official social media account and shared a picture of the prestigious Stanley Cup. The caption of the post read as, 'Look who we found in Edmonton 🏆 #StanleyCup' and it has sparked a debate among fans. A fan commented, 'This time it's staying in Edmonton', while another fan joked, 'Where it needs to stay for the year. This tweet brought to you by the bet i put on Edmonton at the start of the season.' A third fan wrote, 'It has found its way home, you should just leave it there', while another fan posted, 'Welcome back Stanley! Stay a while- we're a fun place, I promise you'll like it here 🤩' But it was not long before that the Florida Panthers' fans started commenting on the post, sparking a debate among fans. A fan wrote, 'That's the last time it'll be there', while another fan posted, 'It's the only way you will see the cup. Cats in 5 🐀' A third fan wrote, 'She'll be in South Florida again soon enough 🤫' Connor McDavid made things clear after the Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars Connor McDavid, the captain of the Edmonton Oilers, sparked a huge debate when he was spotted lifting the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl after the Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars in the conference championship. As fans raved about Connor McDavid 'breaking' the NHL 'curse', the Oilers' team captain spoke about it and said, 'It's pretty obvious I think. Don't touch it last year, you don't win. Touch it this year, hopefully we win.' Game 1 between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers is set to begin on Wednesday night. Also Read: 'It'll most likely be my last one': Florida Panthers' Brad Marchand opens up ahead of Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'What the hell?': Oilers' fans lose it as Connor McDavid breaks superstition by touching the Campbell trophy
Image via Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Connor McDavid, the captain of the Edmonton Oilers, shocked the Oilers' fans when he lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl after defeating the Dallas Stars in Game 5. Now, a video has gone viral which shows the Edmonton Oilers' fans losing their minds as the jumbotron showed Connor McDavid lifting the trophy but many fans are not happy with this reaction. The Edmonton Oilers' fans seemed disappointed as Connor McDavid lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl — MaggieBodnar_ (@MaggieBodnar_) The viral video shows a fans screaming, 'What the hell?' as Connor McDavid lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl as other fans seem angry with this gesture of the Edmonton Oilers' captain. Connor McDavid even spoke about touching the trophy and said, 'It's pretty obvious I think. Don't touch it last year, you don't win. Touch it this year, hopefully we win' and fans agree with him. A fan took to X and wrote, 'They didn't touch it last year and they lost. Switching it up. The last 2 teams to touch the trophy actually won. So 🤷♂️' Another fan wrote, 'It's ok #Oilers fans, the team has waaaay more talent & belief in each other that eclipses a superstition. They didn't touch the trophy last year and what did it get them? Belief > Superstition.' A third fan posted, 'they didnt touch it last year and lost idk why people are stressing, it makes sense', while another fan wrote, 'They didn't win last year without touching it, so it's the reverse logic for this year, Touch the cup win the cup.' A fifth fan noted, 'Fans freaking out about Connor touching the trophy. Have no idea in the past when the trophy was touched they won the cup. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo When the trophy wasn't touched, no cup.' With the Edmonton Oilers winning the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final and gearing up to face the Florida Panthers in the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals, things have become pretty intense. For the NHL fans, this seems like history repeating itself after the Florida Panthers faced the Edmonton Oilers in the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals and ended up winning the prestigious Stanley Cup. The 2025 Stanley Cup Finals' Game 1 begins on Wednesday night. Also Read: 'We are going to the finals baby': Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle reacts to Oilers' Game 5 win as she posts a wholesome life update
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'We are going to the finals baby': Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle reacts to Oilers' Game 5 win as she posts a wholesome life update
Image via Lauren Kyle/Instagram Connor McDavid is all focused on bringing the Stanley Cup home this season, while his wife, Lauren Kyle, has a lot of new things happening in her life, away from the NHL drama. Lauren Kyle is an entrepreneur and a famous interior designer who has recently opened a new bar in Edmonton. While a lot of things are happening in Connor McDavid and his wife, Lauren Kyle's life, the interior designer posted a life update on her Instagram. Connor McDavid lifts the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl while his wife, Lauren Kyle, shares a wholesome post about the exciting things happening in her life A few hours ago, Connor McDavid's wife, Lauren Kyle, posted a pretty wholesome update on her social media. Lauren Kyle posted a series of pictures on Instagram about how her life has been lately. One of the pictures shows Lauren Kyle hanging out with her girlfriends, while another picture shows the beautiful interiors of her new bar. A third picture is a stunning picture of Lauren Kyle as she posed in a beautiful pastel pink coloured dress. Lauren Kyle also posted a video of the Edmonton Oilers winning a match even, while another picture posted by her has her friends and family enjoying her new bar. The caption for the wholesome post reads as, 'Successful friends and family celebration, Bar trove opens next week & we are going to the finals baby!! 🫶🏻' and fans are here for it. A fan commented, 'All photos. So Beautiful. Stunning. Congrats. To another Successful Venture. 🔥', while another fan wrote, 'Nice to see historical buildings being celebrated and reborn and not being torn down in Edmonton! 😍' A third fan posted, 'awe congratulations Lauren!! ✨💖 the place looks amazing!!', while another fan commented, '@laurenkyle1 story book ending ? 2025 Launch of your bar same year the oilers win the cup? Meant to be! Go Oil Go' It seems like Connor McDavid might have missed out on joining his wife, Lauren Kyle, as she celebrated launching her new venture. Recently, Connor McDavid lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl as he broke the NHL 'curse' and said, 'It's pretty obvious I think. Don't touch it last year, you don't win. Touch it this year, hopefully we win.' Also Read: 'Love you Hymo': Leon Draisaitl's emotional call with Zach Hyman after Game 5 win leaves fans touched by the Oilers' bond
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Leon Draisaitl's fiancée Celeste Desjardins misses Game 5 but celebrates Oilers' win from afar
Leon Draisaitl has been with his fiancée, actress , for a couple of years now and the two are set to tie the knot soon. Leon Draisaitl has constantly proved his worth on the ice and his fiancée, Celeste Desjardins, has been a huge source of strength and support to the star player. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While the Edmonton Oilers lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl last night, it seems like Celeste Desjardins ended up missing the match. Leon Draisaitl's fiancée, Celeste Desjardins, takes a break and enjoys with her girlfriends as the Oilers advance to the finals Image via Celeste Desjardins/Instagram The Edmonton Oilers shocked their fans as they continued to win against the Dallas Stars in the second round of the playoffs. Leon Draisaitl has contributed majorly to the Oilers' success this season. While Leon Draisaitl was busy celebrating last night's win with his teammates, his fiancée, Celeste Desjardins was away celebrating her friend's bachelorette in Southampton, New York. Leon Draisaitl's fiancée, Celeste Desjardins, posted several updates from the fun night out she had with her girlfriends. One of the Instagram stories posted by Celeste Desjardins shows her girlfriends dressed in red dresses as they danced and enjoyed the night together. Another update posted by Leon Draisaitl's fiancée shows a board game that her friends must have bought to celebrate the bachelorette trip. However, Celeste Desjardins made sure to celebrate the Edmonton Oilers' winning the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl last night. The famous actress posted an Instagram story where she shared the NHL's post about the Edmonton Oilers advancing to face the Florida Panthers at the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals. Even though the Edmonton Oilers have performed really well this season, Zach Hyman's injury had stressed some fans. Before Game 5, the Edmonton Oilers' head coach, Kris Knoblauch, spoke to the media and informed that Zach Hyman had been ruled out due to a surgery he had to undergo. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kris Knoblauch said, 'Zach's season's most likely done. He's getting surgery today, and yeah, it'll be a while, so we're not expecting him back for the playoffs' and fans were shocked by this announcement. The Edmonton Oilers are now focusing on facing the Florida Panthers, with Game 1 being scheduled to be played on Wednesday night. Also Read:
