While Matthew Tkachuk and his team were in the midst of celebrations, the precious trophy, which is unfortunately quite damaged, was taken away.
The big "party" of the Panthers left marks on the Cup.
In short, the NHL removed the Cup from the Panthers' players so that Ms. Louise St-Jacques could engrave the names of the players and staff members on it.
Obviously, it's an excellent reason, but many are questioning the NHL's "timing." It's quick!
Could it have waited? The Panthers' players did not have the Stanley Cup for very long, but it needed to be repaired first and foremost.
So, the Cup was literally taken from the Panthers' players in the middle of their celebration. (in the midst of their "party")
It's quite peculiar, let's admit it.
The journalist also reports that the Stanley Cup will be repaired, as it has suffered considerable damage over the past few days.
Source : Florida Hockey NowFlorida Panthers Lose the Stanley Cup for a Good Reason
Source : Go NordiquesGary Bettman retire subitement la Coupe Stanley aux Panthers et on a les détails
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