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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Wayne Gretzky loved Panthers' Cup win over Oilers but also admits one part didn't sit right
Wayne Gretzky shares honest reaction to Panthers' win over Oilers (Getty Images) The Florida Panthers sealed their second consecutive Stanley Cup in spectacular fashion, and Sam Reinhart's unforgettable performance in Game 6 became the night's defining moment. With four goals to his name, Reinhart powered the Panthers to a 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers and etched his name alongside hockey royalty. Panthers' Stanley Cup celebration hits a sour note as Wayne Gretzky reveals one major complaint Reinhart's scoring spree not only clinched the Cup but also tied Wayne Gretzky's iconic 1985 record of seven goals in a single Final series. But in typical Gretzky fashion, the hockey legend met the moment with charm and humor rather than disappointment. 'My records this year are dropping like flies, Eddie O,' Gretzky quipped during the postgame broadcast to analyst Eddie Olczyk. His remark, filled with playful sarcasm, was met with a laugh as Olczyk assured him, 'You still got another 40 or 50, Gretz. You're OK.' — Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) While Gretzky's record may have taken a hit, his admiration for Reinhart was clear. The Panthers' forward accomplished this milestone while pushing through a Grade 2 MCL tear, an injury he sustained in the Eastern Conference Final. 'I can't really put into words what it means,' Reinhart reflected. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo 'It's something you never really think about... this one was even harder to overcome and be here at the end.' Two of Reinhart's goals came on empty nets, but the impact of his performance was undeniable. It was a statement game, one that cemented Florida's dominance and placed Reinhart among the elite. The victory made Florida the first team since the Tampa Bay Lightning's 2020–21 run to repeat as champions. But it was Reinhart's tenacity and historical achievement that stood out. As confetti fell and Florida celebrated on home ice, hockey fans witnessed a rare bridging of eras—where a modern-day warrior matched the mark of a hockey legend, and that legend, with a wink, tipped his cap. The 2025 Stanley Cup Final didn't just end with a trophy; it added a new chapter to the sport's most storied history. Also Read: Wayne Gretzky's daughter Paulina Gretzky's workout fit has fans raising eyebrows Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Attend Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final
An extremely pivotal Game 4 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final is taking place Thursday night, with the Florida Panthers looking to take a commanding 3-1 series lead while the Edmonton Oilers aim to even things up and turn the series into a best of three. The game holds enough significance that it's not only drawn the attention of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, it's brought them directly to the home of the Panthers in a suite at Amerant Bank Arena to take in the action first-hand. Advertisement "In their #StanleyCup Final era ... Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce knew all too well they couldn't miss Game 4 in Sunrise," the post on X read. Yes, we see what you did there, @Sportsnet. In the clip, the announcer refers to Swift and Kelce as "musical and sporting royalty," and indicates the magnetic couple had apparently just arrived to the game, presumably a short time before the above video was likely quickly posted to Sportsnet's X account. Based on the colors of choice for their attire, one might assume Travis and Taylor are rooting for the Panthers because there is quite literally nothing about their fits that scream Edmonton Oilers. Advertisement But then again, perhaps the famous couple just continues to ride with Kansas City Chiefs red in the offseason, which would be completely understandable. Thankfully, despite the predictable negative nature of social media when it comes to something as innocent as Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift simply attending a fun sporting event, some civility prevailed in the comments. "I can assure you as a hockey fan that hockey fans also like Taylor Swift and are happy to see her there!" one user posted. While the brand of Kelce's hat is not entirely clear based on what's seen in the clip, it almost doesn't even matter because regardless of what that embroidery says, what we do know is that his hat game continues to ride an impressive hot streak. Advertisement Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final will shift back to Edmonton on Saturday, June 14, with the puck dropping at 8 p.m. ET on TNT as well as TruTV. Related: Bill Simmons' Wild NBA Finals Stat Line Prediction Comes True in Game 3 Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Attend Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 13, 2025
Calgary Herald
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Calgary Herald
Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup damage just the latest mishap in the trophy's storied history
Some hockey fans are understandably bent out of shape over the Florida Panthers damaging the Stanley Cup this week, but the coveted trophy has been through worse. Article content It's been sunk to the bottom of a swimming pool. It's been used in the baptism of several infants and at least one baby has pooped in it. Article content Article content The Stanley Cup has once again sustained some damage from the recipients. 🤕 (📸: Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) — TSN (@TSN_Sports) June 18, 2025 Article content Article content Here are just a small handful of the known stories about what the silver and nickel trophy has endured through its 131 years. Article content Article content At some point after knocking off the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 on Tuesday night, the Panthers managed to crack the trophy's bowl and dent the base before even leaving the arena, as evidenced by photos being circulated on Wednesday. Article content A spokesperson for the Hockey Hall of Fame told the Associated Press it will be repaired in time for Sunday's victory parade in Sunrise, Fla. Article content It wouldn't be the first time the Cup has been damaged almost immediately after it was awarded. Article content As the Colorado Avalanche gathered on the ice for a team photo to celebrate their 2022 championship, Nicholas Aube-Kubel stumbled and dropped the Cup as he skated into the dogpile, leaving a noticeable dent on the base. Article content Nicholas Aube-Kubel takes a tumble with the #StanleyCup 😬 @Avalanche | #GoAvsGo — Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) June 27, 2022
Reuters
2 days ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Ice Hockey-Florida forward Bennett named playoffs MVP
June 18 (Reuters) - Sam Bennett won the Conn Smythe Trophy as the Stanley Cup playoffs' Most Valuable Player (MVP) after helping Florida to a second successive NHL championship with a 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers in Game Six on Tuesday. Bennett, who turns 29 on Friday, scored five goals in the Finals series for a total of 15 in the postseason. The Canadian also set the NHL record for scoring the most goals on the road in a single postseason with 13. "To win twice ... we put in so much work for this. I am so proud of this group, it's incredible the team we have here," Bennett told Sportsnet. "It's the best feeling in the world, I don't know how else to describe it." Bennett scored seven goals and provided seven assists in the playoffs last year as Florida won the Cup for the first time.
Boston Globe
2 days ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Back-to-back Cats: Panthers repeat as Stanley Cup champions by dominating Oilers in Game 6
Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up That was followed by chants of 'We want the Cup!' as time ticked off the clock. The Panthers already had it. Now they get to keep it. Advertisement Not long after the Lightning made three trips to the final in a row, Florida has done the same and now has the makings of a modern-day dynasty. The Panthers have won 11 of 12 playoff series since The only time they have been on the wrong side of a handshake line was the final in Advertisement THE CATS GO BACK-TO-BACK 🏆 THE FLORIDA PANTHERS ARE STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS 😼 — Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) From the core of Tkachuk, Reinhart, Aleksander Barkov, and Sam Bennett on down the roster, they were much healthier this time around and were boosted by key Getting depth contributions from throughout the lineup allowed them to overpower Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Oilers, who struggled with Florida's ferocious forecheck and McDavid tried to take over but was again stymied by Barkov, Jones, and Bobrovsky. He finished with seven points in his second career trip to the final, again denied his first title. Canada's Stanley Cup drought reached 31 seasons and 32 years dating to Montreal in 1993. Teams in the US Sun Belt have won it five of the past six times, four of them in Florida. This run through Tampa Bay in five, Toronto in seven, Carolina in five, and Edmonton in six showed how clinical the Panthers have become under Maurice, who has coached more NHL games than everyone except Scotty Bowman and is now a two-time champion. So is Marchand, who last hoisted the Cup in 2011 with the Bruins. The 14-year gap is the third-longest in league history, just shy of 16 for Chris Chelios from 1986 to 2002 and 15 for Mark Recchi from '91 to '06. Advertisement
