Hockey enthusiasts across Canada have patiently awaited the return of the Stanley Cup north of the border. Their wait may soon be over, as the Edmonton Oilers are competing in the Stanley Cup Final.
The last occasion a Canadian team hoisted the Stanley Cup was on June 9, 1993. That day, the Montreal Canadiens secured the trophy by defeating the Los Angeles Kings in five games. This era was defined by pop culture touchstones like `Jurassic Park` dominating the box office, popular TV shows such as `Roseanne` and `Home Improvement`, and Janet Jackson`s `That`s the Way Love Goes` topping music charts.
For 32 consecutive years since 1993, the Stanley Cup has resided in the United States. The Oilers, however, are now just two victories away from breaking this extended streak. Their journey to the Final included overcoming a 2-0 deficit in the first round against the Los Angeles Kings, followed by an impressive 14-2 run, eliminating the Vegas Golden Knights and Dallas Stars in five games each.
In Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, Edmonton moved closer to their goal with a two-goal comeback and Leon Draisaitl`s overtime heroics. The team then lost the subsequent two games, leading to one of the most memorable and chaotic Final contests in recent history.
Game 4 saw the Panthers aiming for a commanding 3-1 series lead after taking a 3-0 advantage in the first period. Edmonton appeared headed towards potential elimination, but the team mounted a remarkable rally, scoring four unanswered goals to seize a 4-3 lead in the third period. The tension remained high.
Florida`s Sam Reinhart tied the game with less than 20 seconds left in regulation, sending it to overtime. The next goal would drastically shift the series momentum. Fortunately for Edmonton, Draisaitl again delivered in a crucial moment. His pass deflected off a Panthers defender and into the net, leveling the series at 2-2.
Securing these final two wins will undoubtedly be the toughest challenge for the Oilers. However, they possess the necessary elements to bring the Stanley Cup back to Canada for the first time since 1993. While the wait continues, here is a look at how long it has been since each current Canadian team last won the Stanley Cup:
Toronto Maple Leafs | 58 Years
- Stanley Cup Wins: 13
- Years Won: 1967, 1964, 1963, 1962, 1951, 1949, 1948, 1947, 1945, 1942, 1932, 1922, 1918
Vancouver Canucks | 55 Years
- Stanley Cup Wins: 0
- Years Won: N/A
Calgary Flames | 36 Years
- Stanley Cup Wins: 1
- Years Won: 1989
Edmonton Oilers | 35 Years
- Stanley Cup Wins: 5
- Years Won: 1990, 1988, 1987, 1985, 1984
Ottawa Senators | 33 Years
- Stanley Cup Wins: 0
- Years Won: N/A
Montreal Canadiens | 32 Years
- Stanley Cup Wins: 23
- Years Won: 1993, 1986, 1979, 1978, 1977, 1976, 1973, 1971, 1969, 1968, 1966, 1965, 1960, 1959, 1958, 1957, 1956, 1953, 1946, 1944, 1931, 1930, 1924, 1926
Winnipeg Jets | 14 Years
- Stanley Cup Wins: 0
- Years Won: N/A
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