Panthers’ Sam Reinhart Relishes Second Stanley Cup, Eyes NHL Dynasty

The Florida Panthers are still basking in the glow of their back-to-back Stanley Cup triumphs, with Sam Reinhart leading the charge in a dominant Game 6 win over the Edmonton Oilers. "Sleep? Not much of that yet, but we’re thriving," Reinhart quipped during a fan celebration in Tamarac, Florida, proving once again that the Sunshine State is a hockey hotbed.

Reinhart’s four-goal explosion in the 5-1 rout at Amerant Bank Arena sparked wild celebrations that spilled into the streets, with captain Aleksander Barkov even sharing the Cup with neighbors at 5 a.m. the next morning. This second title, Reinhart insists, feels "sweeter than the first." Having topped the Oilers in Game 7 last year, the Panthers are now chasing history, aiming to join the rare ranks of NHL dynasties.

Florida’s repeat makes them the first team since the 2020-21 Tampa Bay Lightning to hoist the Cup in consecutive seasons. So, are they a dynasty? Reinhart’s response was coolly confident: "We’re day by day, but when the time comes, we’ll be ready." The Panthers’ playoff run showcased their depth, with trade-deadline additions like Brad Marchand and Seth Jones stepping up as clutch performers.

While the party rages on, GM Bill Zito is already eyeing a three-peat, prioritizing contracts for Conn Smythe winner Sam Bennett, Aaron Ekblad, Marchand, and Nate Schmidt. As the 2025-26 season looms, Reinhart and the Panthers are poised to defend their crown with the same grit and flair that’s made them champions.