I’ve watched every regular season game at my local bar, amazing to see all the records that were broke, and the goalie goal. During playoffs it seemed like Florida was twice as fast, twice as offensive, and twice as defensive. Never been so sad after a sports game in my life.

The Stanley Cup is the most difficult trophy to win.  Boston played at such a high level all season, a record breaking year.  If I were to make a guess, it would be that Boston just ran out of gas and the Panthers peaked at the right time.

Nothing more, nothing less.

Being an athlete  I've been in situations countless times where either my team or I were untouchable and in the matter of a week  look like we've never played the game before.

It happens

As a 2019 Tampa Bay Lightning fan...welcome to the club. At least you didnt get swept.

If it helps, look at our next 3 seasons after that. Sometimes getting knocked off your high horse is a good thing.

Go Panthers!

Chris