Game 5 Triumph Over Golden Knights

Panthers Secure First-Ever Stanley Cup Victory

Game 5 Triumph Over Golden Knights

Las Vegas, Nevada - June 26, 2023

In a historic moment for the franchise, the Florida Panthers claimed their first-ever Stanley Cup title on Sunday, defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2 in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final.

The Panthers, who entered the playoffs as the Presidents Trophy winners, fought hard against a formidable Golden Knights team. The series was tightly contested, with both teams alternating victories.

In the decisive Game 5, the Panthers took an early lead and held on for the win. Sam Reinhart scored the winning goal in the second period, while Aleksander Barkov and Claude Giroux added goals.

"It's an unbelievable feeling," said Panthers captain Barkov. "We've worked so hard for this, and it's a dream come true."