Stanley Cup Champions
For NHL fans, they wait every year for the Stanley Cup tournament to come back, rooting passionately and loudly for their favorite team. Over the past five years, there have been some truly incredible runs, and today, we honor them by highlighting their depth, discipline, and brilliance.
1. 2025 — Florida Panthers
Just last year, the Florida Panthers emerged victorious once again, capturing the 2025 Stanley Cup by defeating the Edmonton Oilers once again in six games. As back-to-back champions, this rare accomplishment was heavily celebrated by supporting fans. The win confirmed the Panthers as a top-tier standard of the league in this period.
Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States on Wikimedia
2. 2024 — Florida Panthers
The Florida Panthers won the 2024 Stanley Cup by beating the Edmonton Oilers in a seven-game final. It definitely had everyone on the edge of their seats! It was the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history, and the team closed it out by protecting a narrow lead in Game 7. It was a momentous occasion for Florida!
3. 2023 — Vegas Golden Knights
In 2023, the Vegas Golden Knights closed out the game and managed to secure their first championship in franchise history. Their run stood out for consistent scoring contributions and a composed playoff identity aross the whole tournament. Jonathan Marchessault earned the Conn Smythe Trophy as the playoff MVP.
4. 2022 — Colorado Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche won the 2022 Stanley Cup by defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning in six games. It was Colorado’s third Stanley Cup championship, adding another chapter to an already accomplished franchise history. Cale Makar received the Conn Smythe Trophy for his standout playoff performance, but the entire team was praised for their amazing performance across the tournament.
5. 2021 — Tampa Bay Lightning
The 2021 Stanley Cup was obtained by the Tampa Bay Lightning who defeated the Montreal Canadiens in five games. That victory gave Tampa Bay back-to-back championships and reinforced a remarkably steady era for the team. For his impressive defending capabilities, goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy earned the Conn Smythe Trophy for his postseason excellence.
