"Let's hope not", "I think the Leafs will": NHL fans debate whether Florida Panthers can three-peat as Stanley Cup champs

NHL fans on social media debated whether the Florida Panthers can achieve a three-peat as Stanley Cup champions. The clubs to complete a Stanley Cup three-peat include the Toronto Maple Leafs (1947–49, 1962–64), Montreal Canadiens (1956–60, 1976–79), and New York Islanders (1980–83).

The Florida Panthers have emerged as a powerhouse in the NHL in recent years. After three consecutive trips to the finals, the Cats have won the Cup twice in a row. Many have predicted that the Panthers will complete a three-peat next season.

Here’s what fans on X said about the Panthers’ possibility of completing a three-peat. One tweeted:

"Let’s hope not."

Another chimed in:

"I think the leafs will."

Here are some of the other top reactions on X:

"Florida has the most complete team in the NHL. The biggest issue they’re facing is durability concerns. Doubt we see them win the division but everyone will want to avoid them playoff time," a third fan wrote.

"The leafs post WWII run isn’t appreciated enough. The world was in shambles and they managed to three-peat," one X user posted.

"Considering anything before 1968 should have an asterisk beside it. They possibly could join Canadians and Islanders as modern NHL 3 peats," another opined.

"Only if they (Florida Panthers) circumvent. Their goalie is 37 and has played more hockey in the last 3 years than any other goalie, you could get away with running your goalie into the ground before the 21st century, not in this new era of nhl, I see Bob injured for the playoffs," another chimed.

NHL teams to win most Stanley Cups in a row

The Montreal Canadiens hold the record with an unmatched five straight Stanley Cup championships from 1956 to 1960, followed by four in a row from 1976 to 1979.

The New York Islanders matched that four-peat from 1980 to 1983. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs also etched their name in history with three consecutive wins from 1947 to 1949 and again from 1962 to 1964.

No team has won more than five Cups consecutively. The Florida Panthers are aiming for a three-peat next season, which would place them among the elite group.

About the author

Abhishek is an NHL writer at Sportskeeda with over 2 years of sports reporting experience and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Delhi. He became a fan of ice hockey after watching NHL fight videos on YouTube, which led to him professionally writing about the sport and his continued interest in all things hockey.

A fan of the Boston Bruins, Abhishek considers their incredible comeback win against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2013 playoffs as the most iconic moment in the NHL. His admiration for the six-time Stanley Cup winners also comes from the team’s storied history, distinctive black and gold uniform and their success in the sport. His all-time favorite NHL players are Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid, for their ability to perform at the highest level consistently.

Abhishek ensures his reporting is fair and balanced by being well-researched in his details, which he expects to be relevant, up-to-date and in line with ethical standards. His specialties are doing detailed match analysis and covering fan reactions.

Abhishek enjoys music, traveling and going on walks with his three German Shepherds in his free time, along with learning about horticulture.

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