2023 Stanley Cup Final Game 7, Panthers vs Golden Knights

Lore & Background

This was the second Final appearance for the Panthers. Their only previous appearance was in 1996, which they lost in a four-game sweep to the Colorado Avalanche. This was Vegas' second Final appearance. Their only previous appearance was in 2018, which they lost to the Washington Capitals in five games.

Reader's Guide

The Panthers overcame a 3–1 series deficit against the Presidents' Trophy-winning Boston Bruins in the first round, eliminated the Toronto Maple Leafs in five games during the second round, and swept the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference final. The Golden Knights defeated the Winnipeg Jets in five games during the first round, triumphed over the Edmonton Oilers during the second round in six games, and knocked off the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference final in six games.

Did You Know?

• The series began on June 3, and concluded on June 13.
• This was the first Final series since 2018 in which neither team had previously won the Stanley Cup.
• The Conn Smythe Trophy was awarded to Jonathan Marchessault.
• The Panthers became the fourth eighth seed to reach the Final.