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While the Golden Knights have had consistency, this is the nightmare scenario for the 2025 NHL Free Agency period that could derail that.
The Montreal Canadiens have won the Stanley Cup a record 24 times. Since 1893, there have been only two years without a Stanley Cup winner: 1919 and 2005. The trophy is named after Lord Stanley of Preston, a Canadian governor general appointed by Queen Victoria. Lord Stanley promoted amateur hockey competitions in Canada during the 19th century.
The Vegas Golden Knights need a win tonight to force a Game 6 when they take their home ice to face the Edmonton Oilers at T-Mobile Arena.
The Golden Knights appear to be in the market looking for a defenseman following their second-round exit from the NHL playoffs.
EDMONTON, CANADA - JUNE 04: Sam Bennett #9 of the Florida Panthers celebrates his goal against the Edmonton Oilers in Game One of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place on June 04, 2025 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
The financial edge is just one advantage teams like the Florida Panthers, Vegas Golden Knights, Tampa Bay Lightning and Dallas Stars have in attracting and retaining players.