Stanley Cup Champion 2025–26
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The 2026 Stanley Cup Champion
The champion will be crowned here once the Stanley Cup Final concludes in June 2026. Follow the Playoffs page for live updates.
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Boston Bruins Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The BOS coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Eastern Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Buffalo Adds Veteran Winger Before 2025-26 Trade Deadline
Buffalo Sabres management made a depth move, acquiring an experienced winger who brings Stanley Cup playoff experience and a strong penalty-kill presence to Buffalo's Eastern Conference push.
Detroit Red Wings Rally Late for Overtime Win at Little Caesars Arena
A packed Little Caesars Arena in Detroit saw Detroit Red Wings score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept DET firmly in Atlantic Division playoff contention.
Florida Panthers Rally Late for Overtime Win at Amerant Bank Arena
A packed Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise saw Florida Panthers score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept FLA firmly in Atlantic Division playoff contention.
Montreal Canadiens Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The MTL coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Eastern Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Ottawa Senators Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The OTT coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Eastern Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Tampa Bay Lightning Rally Late for Overtime Win at Amalie Arena
A packed Amalie Arena in Tampa Bay saw Tampa Bay Lightning score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept TBL firmly in Atlantic Division playoff contention.
Toronto Maple Leafs Shutout Lifts Club Into Atlantic Division Playoff Spot
The TOR goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Toronto Maple Leafs blanked their opponent 3–0 at Scotiabank Arena, moving within two points of the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
Carolina Hurricanes Rally Late for Overtime Win at Lenovo Center
A packed Lenovo Center in Raleigh saw Carolina Hurricanes score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept CAR firmly in Metropolitan Division playoff contention.
Columbus Blue Jackets Shutout Lifts Club Into Metropolitan Division Playoff Spot
The CBJ goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Columbus Blue Jackets blanked their opponent 3–0 at Nationwide Arena, moving within two points of the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
New Jersey Devils Place Top-Six Forward on Injured Reserve
NJD GM confirmed the forward sustained a lower-body injury during morning skate at Prudential Center. The team will reassess after the upcoming four-game road trip through the Metropolitan Division.
New York Islanders Shutout Lifts Club Into Metropolitan Division Playoff Spot
The NYI goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as New York Islanders blanked their opponent 3–0 at UBS Arena, moving within two points of the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
Stanley Cup Champion 2025–26 — All You Need to Know
The Stanley Cup is the oldest professional sports trophy in North America, first awarded in 1893. Each year, it is awarded to the NHL team that wins the Stanley Cup Playoffs — four rounds of best-of-seven series culminating in the Stanley Cup Final. The 2025–26 champion will be crowned in June 2026.
History of Stanley Cup Champions
The Montreal Canadiens hold the record for the most Stanley Cup championships with 24 titles. The Toronto Maple Leafs won 13 Cups, while the Detroit Red Wings claimed 11. In recent years, the Florida Panthers won their first championship in 2024. The Edmonton Oilers, who appeared in the 2024 Final, remain among the favourites for the 2026 championship.
The Stanley Cup Final Format
The Stanley Cup Final is a best-of-seven series between the Eastern Conference champion and the Western Conference champion. The team with the better regular-season record earns home-ice advantage for Games 1, 2, 5, and 7. The series typically runs from late May to mid-June, with the winning team's players and staff receiving individual time with the Cup after the celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions — Stanley Cup Champion
The most recent Stanley Cup champion before the 2025–26 season is the Florida Panthers, who won their first championship in 2024 by defeating the Edmonton Oilers 4–3 in the Stanley Cup Final. The Oilers mounted an historic comeback from 3–0 down before the Panthers clinched in Game 7.
The Montreal Canadiens have won the most Stanley Cups in NHL history with 24 championships, most recently in 1993. The Toronto Maple Leafs are second with 13 titles (last in 1967), followed by the Detroit Red Wings with 11 championships (last in 2008).
When a team wins the Stanley Cup, every player and staff member skates with the Cup on the ice during the celebration. After the ceremony, the Cup spends the summer touring — each player and staff member on the championship roster receives one day with the Cup to celebrate with family, friends, and their home community.
The Conn Smythe Trophy is awarded to the most valuable player of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It is voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers' Association and can go to a player on the losing team, though this is rare. Goalies and forwards win the award most frequently.
The Stanley Cup Final lasts between 4 and 7 games depending on how competitive the series is. A sweep (4–0) takes about 8–10 days, while a full 7-game series can span nearly 3 weeks with travel days and off-days built in between games. The Final typically concludes in mid-June.