Stanley Cup Finals: Which is more impressive: an Edmonton Oilers win tonight or the 2019 St. Louis Blues victory?
There are striking parallels and significant differences between the Edmonton Oilers of 2024 and the St. Louis Blues of 2019. If the Oilers, against all odds, secure the Cup, which victory would be more awe-inspiring?
For St. Louis Blues fans, the 2019 Stanley Cup victory over the Boston Bruins in Game 7 of the finals probably stands as the most exciting and impressive Cup victory of all time.
Undoubtedly, the Blues defied numerous odds, bouncing back from a Game 1 loss and triumphing in the hostile territory of Boston in Game 7 of the finals, a testament to their unwavering resilience and determination.
Led by a fiery coach like Craig Berube, veteran skilled players like Ryan O'Reilly, and a young, somewhat unknown goaltender, Jordan Binnington, the Blues made history.
They won their first Cup in franchise history and became world champions.
It might not be fair to compare finals appearances, different teams, and different seasons, but that's what we tend to do in sports.
If the Edmonton Oilers win the Stanley Cup in Florida tonight, their win will be one of the most impressive in league history.
The Edmonton Oilers are on the verge of making history
How many teams have lost the first three games in the Stanley Cup Finals and returned to win it all? The answer is just one: the 1942 Toronto Maple Leafs.
If the Oilers succeed in winning the Cup, they will make an impressive mark in history. First, the ability to come back from 0-3 is already remarkable, but winning four in a row and ending it in the opposing team's arena would be legendary.
Sure, the St. Louis Blues didn't have Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and a team full of All-Stars from previous drafts. Regardless of how talented the Oilers are, they have defied all odds with each consecutive win.
Jordan Binnington's and Stuart Skinner's goaltending play are similar. Both were young goalies who shined when the lights came on them in their prospective finals appearances.
If the Oilers lose Game 7 tonight, the Panthers should be praised for overcoming adversity.
But, if the Oilers win the finals, they'll be the best hockey team in decades.
Maybe the Panthers are the Buffalo Bills of the NFL, and they fumble under pressure. Regardless, to go from 0 to 3 to winning a Cup in 2024 against the talent level of the modern-NHL is one of the most impressive accomplishments in the history of hockey.
Let's all be sure to tune in and see the outcome. Should the Edmonton Oilers emerge victorious, they could mark the start of a terrifying dynasty.
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