Panthers Dominate Oilers 5–1 to Claim Back‑to‑Back Stanley Cups
The Florida Panthers sealed a 5–1 win over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 to capture their second consecutive Stanley Cup powered by Sam Reinhart’s four goals and Sam Bennett’s Conn Smythe recognition .
In a commanding performance at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise the Florida Panthers secured a 5–1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 clinching their second consecutive Stanley Cup Their 4–2 series win makes them the first team to accomplish a back-to-back title since the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020–2021 .
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Reinhart’s Remarkable Night
Sam Reinhart was the standout netting four goals—including two empty nets—becoming just the sixth player in NHL history to score four in a Finals game His first came just five minutes into the opening frame off turnovers by Edmonton’s defensemen setting the tone of dominance .
Team Depth & Key Contributions
- Matthew Tkachuk doubled the lead late in the first period after capitalizing on another Edmonton giveaway .
- Aleksander Barkov and others updated the scoreboard mid-game with Barkov assisting Reinhart’s second tally .
- Sergei Bobrovsky delivered a composed 28-save shutout-type performance reinforcing Florida’s strong defensive play .
- On the other side Vasily Podkolzin provided Edmonton’s lone consolation goal late in the third to break the shutout .
Bennett Earns Conn Smythe
Sam Bennett the Panthers’ playoff scoring leader with 15 goals was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the postseason MVP recognizing his consistent offensive impact .
Franchise History & Legacy
This victory continues a 32‑year Stanley Cup drought for Canadian franchises with no team from north of the border claiming hockey’s top prize since Montreal in 1993 .The win also extends Florida’s presence as a modern hockey powerhouse reaching the Finals for three straight years and emerging as a Southeastern dynasty .
Commissioner’s Praise & Fan Euphoria
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman lauded the likes-for-like challenge of securing back-to-back titles calling the feat almost impossible .