As one of the 7 panthers fans I am so happy right now

As the 1989th out of 7 fans, I am absolutely still shook at how clutch Matthew Clutchuk is.

Tkachuk came to Florida as the living embodiment of the hockey style Paul Maurice was looking for

Bobrovsky reminds me so much of Dominik Hasek for Buffalo when they pushed to the Finals against Dallas. It's been incredible seeing him play.

When Maurice left the Jets, I told many people that Maurice is probably my favorite coach, and if he left that team, it's likely that the players are the problem and they're just uncoachable. Now Maurice is shining again and the Jets still have their issues.

Panthers are going to win the cup through the power of friendship

Paul Maurice seems like a genuinely nice and engaging guy -- happy to see him get rewarded!

As a Jets fan I WANT PAUL MAURICE TO WIN THE CUP

as a florida panthers fan for the last month, i am so proud of where we have gone with this team

I honestly really dislike the flood of stats and analytics in sports, but man! Hearing Maurice talk about savvy offensive players cutting off plays and them moving from last in dump ins in 12th...that is a pretty stark example of a coach's smarts & philosophy actually changing how a team plays and how a team wins. That's incredible!

You are one of the few that actually broke down what we have been doing all season and why we are successful. I put down my Panthers in my bracket to go to the cup and I believe we will win it. Gritty and punishing forechecking, decapitating opponents ( Bennet first period) and sizzling Bobrovsky, nobody is beating us and furthermore, we have emphatically shown we earned and took all three series, neither the Bruins, Leafs or Canes gave it away, we punched their teeth out and won.

Lifelong Lightning fan here and as much as it pains me to say this, congratulations to the Panthers on such a magical run. We went 3 straight years and won 2 with a sweep of the then Presidents trophy winning Panthers. We didn't go as far as we should have but no hard feelings. We have 3 cups and have been to 5. Make our state proud and bring the south some more hardware. Good luck and GO GET IT!!!

Excellent video! I'm born and raised from Sunrise and my family and I used to walk to the arena from our house....I was too young to remember the '96 run so this has been absolute magic for me this playoff run. Go Cats!!!

I was 8 when the Panthers went up against the Avs in the 1996 Finals. That series is what turned me into not just an Avs fan, but a hocky fan. In many ways, I owe Florida just as much of a debt for the hocky fan I've become as my beloved Avs. I'll be rooting for Florida all the way until the end.

As a lifelong Panthers fan and Florida native, we have earned this. I remember days when my dad couldn’t afford to bring both my brother and I to the games, and it feels so good to finally see the panthers playing for the Cup. LETS GO CATS

Maurice knows how to use his players this whole organization looking geniuses congrats to this organization! everything has come together! this reminds me so much of my 2012 LAKings in many ways . The Goalkeeper is just on another level like quick was you have number 19 playing like a top 5 player and has really evolved and grown into a very responsible leader after getting traded just like jeff carter and mike richards back then and then every single line forechecks and out works every team they face ! not a florida fan but im rooting for yall

Man that 4 second shot made me jump out my seat now we going to the Cup, now we just need the Heat to win 💀

Love my panthers. I knew they were going to be huge as they were streaking into the playoffs and heard that builds a foundation for the team. See them winning the cup in 6 games

As a new hockey fan (since last year with the Kraken), it’s mind-blowing to me to see how different of an animal the playoffs are! It makes sense, though. Just because Boston dominated the regular season, what worked for them in the regular season might not work for them in the playoffs. It started to, but once the Panthers figured them out and played their playoff strategy, the Panthers have seemed unstoppable since. The Panthers were actually ahead of the curve: They did what Boston did last year-play a dominant regular season game, and flame out in the playoffs. This year, they barely made the playoffs because they altered their game so much, but after the first round dominated their playoff style of game. Wow. Fascinating. I think they’re going to take the Stanley Cup over Vegas. Just incredible foresight by this team.

you gotta love underdog stories! They may not of been in dead last in the league at xmas like the 19 blues, but they still wernt expected to be here. When they came back against boston, i had a feeling they would go all the way. The state of Florida is my 2nd fav state behind my home of Missouri. So seeing tampa go b2b and the panthers potentially winning it all now is pretty sweet.

As a panthers fan I’m so happy especially after I live in swfl so when I started watching hockey 5 years ago I could of choose Tampa or Florida to cheer for and choose the panthers 🐆 been a panthers fan since even when the lightning went to the cup, but now we get our chance at the cup too 👊🏻

Congrats to the Florida Panthers. This is a similar storyline to what happened to my Phillies in baseball last season.. They were the lowest ranked team in the playoffs, they weren't supposed to get by the wildcard round, but beat STL,ATL, and SD to get to the World Series. But what makes the Panther's story better is they trailed the series 3-1 to the best team in hockey, and won in 7 games. These are the stories that make sports so great!

Paul Maurice is a certified legend now. First he took the underdog Hurricanes to the Final in 02 and now taking the underdog, excuse me under CATS to the Final. This guy deserves a ring.

Soul crushing to watch this as a winnipeg jets fan. CLEARLY he was not the reason the Jets didn’t achieve more with him as coach.

As a Panther fan, this is why I was happy with the Chucky trade originally even when ppl said we got robbed and Hubys my fav player of all time. As much as I loved him, he was a regular season player and when the windows got tighter in the playoffs he was too afraid to fight through the contact. Presidents trophy curse isn’t a fluke, you don’t win cups when ur playing style gets you regular season wins

Great Breakdown on how we got here! I've been waiting for this my whole life! Been a Panthers fan since I was a little kid. What an Incredible ride it's been! GO PANTHERS!!!! Bring it home boys! Bring it home!

The quality of this is 🔥🔥🔥 Great video!

I'll tell you what - as a Sabres fan, that Florida 2-1 win against Buffalo on April 4th was so key for the Panthers! And Lyon stopping 97% of shots. Just think, if Buffalo won this game, they would have edged out Florida by 1 point for the 8 seed in the East. Very impressive, Panthers! Get that cup!

Loove the way Florida is playing...im a Penguins fan living in Vegas, so obviously cheering for Vegas but there is something about this Florida team that I love and want to see them win it all!

As a little kid on the frozen ponds in my area, skating and pond hockey is so fun, then peewees, bantams, playing in rinks all over the northeast and Canada, hockey's in my blood, the Panthers are amazing, it starts with your goalie making great saves, his confidence spreads like wildfire, that's what's happening, these Panthers are playing what I call free hockey, their having fun and the confidence is skyhigh, starts with the goalie and the whole team plays without worrying just about defence and not making mistakes. That's why their here.

How can you not buy in to what Maurice is sellin'? When he came over and socked the assistants arm and gave him that look after Tkachuk's last seconds winner, I just cracked up! Just how me and my bro's would react. 😂

I believe Barkov became the first Finnish-born captain to lead their team to the Stanley Cup finals if Im not mistaken

Not a panthers fan but after seeing them get swept last year to the lightning after they won the presidents trophy, they deserve to be where they are now. This is a true underdog story in the making. Every single soul thought it’d be a no brainer for the bruins to make it past them, especially considering bruins were up 3-1. These guys have a huge chip on their shoulder and it’s honestly a lot of fun to watch.

The Panthers are following the Islanders plan under Barry Trotz. 2 years ago. Back to back to the Conference Finals is not luck. Great defense, smart offensive players and a great goalie! Battles on the boards and hitting all make it successful. Bravo Florida!! Great to see the 8 seed run the table!

One of the most underrated coaches in the league

It reminds me of 2007 Giants. They had to overcome a lot in order to win the SB, and they just happened to have a defense that played really well against all four of the offenses that they met in the playoffs. No matter what happened in regular season, it seems to me that the particular style of aggressive play from the Panthers overmatches all their opponents. Obviously having a legendary goalie is critical but you actually have to score too.

I was 6 when they made the 1st cup finals im so excited to finally get to watch them in the cup finals. One proud fan right here man

Yes! Paul Maurice's playoff coaching style, combined with the outstanding goaltending of Bobrovsky and the spectacular "net" presence" play of Matthew Tkachuk caught all their Eastern opponents by surprise. Keep doing what you have been doing and you can win the biggest prize of them all. Go Panthers!

Florida is simply redeeming last year, this year. They under-performed in the regular season (greatly) but gelled at the right time.

The incredible transformation between regular season hockey and playoff hockey is really the only reason the NHL is so great. Despite all the bush league executive decisions that make the NHL look so very bush, the players save the league for love of the cup.

Paul Maurice is the man

Nice video 👌 Team playing unselfish and making good on opportunities and trusting Bob to do his job I can’t wait till finals gonna be beauty!

The goaltending this season is just insane. I am so torn. Adin Hill is from my hometown but Bob and the Panthers are just something else. I just hope we get 7 games and 23 OTs 😅😅😅

As a Devils fan, I am rooting for the Cats…… I’m sure many Devils fans are. Love the underdog story, and the sweep of the Canes made me grin from ear to ear!

It happened exactly how Bettman planned. It may have gone a little different but the result would have been the same.

Love your channel, you do a terrific job of telling a story with each video!!! I’ve been a Panthers fan my whole life, born in 2000. Never thought I’d see this day, so happy. Jobs not finished GO CATS GO!!!

The Panthers hockey team is what you get when the players buy into what the coach is explaining to them . They work as a team .

Excellent video. Very insightful, great editing and production values. This is exactly what separates this year's Panthers team than last year and why teams like Tampa and Boston (usually) are so dangerous in the playoffs even if they have passable regular seasons

This happening is exactly why NHL Playoffs are the best. 🤗

Don’t forget Tkachuk has gotten the panthers playing tough. Every player on the panthers is hitting harder then ever before and he’s leading the way, they got an aggression to them that scares other teams into making mistakes and avoiding contact as best they can

Thank you so much for this content. My family have been season ticket holders for 16 years. It has been downright painful at times. But just a massive tip of the cap to Zito for having the spine to make the moves he did. This team is special and they are here to stay.

Been a Wings fan my whole life but rooting for the Cats. Very exciting to see what Maurice has done en route to where the team is now in the playoffs. Panthers have been around 30 years and now I'm excited to hopefully see them win a cup in their home state. Go Cats!

Another great video! Thank you for the lessons, learning a lot every time!

Panther fan since 1993. I even participated in the naming of the team contest. No Band-Wagonist here. Went to 95-96 play-offs and been waiting ever since. Win or loose, this is my team.

I feel like ever since they upset Boston they got that spark of confidence.

This is great for hockey. This is the ultimate Cinderella run for a deserving team.

Deeper and healthier than the Habs '21 run to the cup. Same style, same hard work. Go Panthers. Huge respect for Tkatchuk over these playoffs.

Best analysis of the Panthers I've seen yet

Most underrated channel on youtube. Keep up the good work!

This was a great breakdown of their play! Go Panthers!

Stoked for the Panthers and their fans.

As a Bruins fan I can only tip my hat to the Panthers. They've got real "team of destiny" vibes right now and honestly I hope they hoist the Cup in a few weeks.

Excellent video breaking down just what Maurice wins when he says 'Playoff Style Hockey' and the changes he made to help get my Panthers to the Stanley Cup Finals!

Thanks for breaking down and talking about the strategy!! Haven’t seen many people do that

Great little video essay. Well done. 👍

Hurricanes play a grueling forechecking style of hockey for all 82 games. But they continued to play it that way injured in the playoffs. That team is bought into Rod's system but they weren't flexible for the playoffs. The net battles to get to the slot made all the difference for the Panthers. Hope they win the cup because Vegas is going to be tough

What a great analysis. Nice work!

This run is just incredible❤

Am not a panther's fan,but they deserve all the credit right now

I’m a Flames fan, and I’m over the moon for Benny and Chucky. Florida is quickly becoming my 3rd favourite team. The frustrating thing is that under Sutter, the type of hockey that he coaches is similar to Maurice’s. Unfortunately, it didn’t work out for Sutter or Hubby here in Calgary. But I am on the Panthers’ train now!

Great video. I dont understand a lot of hockey complexities and i feel like i learned something about the game from this video. Well done.

This was super informative and helpful. Makes me very optimistic about where the Kraken are as a team and organization given their similar style of play and philosophy!

Panthers are on a roll. If they keep it up they are winning the cup in a few weeks.

I love it. Play hard and don’t quit. As one tv commentator said “the panthers just don’t know how to go away” lmao.

Floridian beer league player here. I went to games at the old Miami arena. Was at Opening day in Sunrise and worked there for 12 years. The panthers have always had a small die hard fan base plus enough northerners living here to keep it alive. Growing up almost every city down here had roller hockey rinks and leagues, but after a few large hurricanes over the years, a bunch were closed or turned into soccer rinks. Hopefully this sparks youth hockey down here again and gets some rinks revived. My sons 2 and almost ready to lace up some skates.

Dude you have the best breakdowns on yt! I was wondering if you could make a similar style video to Bruce Cassidy and how he's changed VGK for their success. Keep it up..new subscriber here

For me their forecheck is the best in the NHL. They imposed their will on every play and never backdown from a battle The Goalie is the heart of this team

Not a Panthers fan - but love this team and playoff run! Go Panthers! Win it all!

This team reminds me of the 2019 St Louis Blues last place to the Cup. Hopefully they win the cup and save hockey in south Florida.

As a leafs fan who basically got swept by the panthers, I’m rooting for them. Absolutely insane playoff run so far.

I will be rooting for my cats of course but Vegas will be a slightly better Carolina challenge. Yes we swept Carolina but all 4 wins could have easily flipped the other way. I expect a Stanley cup final for the ages.

I’m getting the same vibes from this team as the blues when they won the cup, out of the playoff picture halfway through the season only to catch lightning in a bottle and go all the way

Bobrovsky is almost playing like prime playoff carey price

What this team did was create a Playoff team and not a President’s trophy team. Teams that play good in the regular season struggle in the playoffs and teams that have to battle to get into the playoffs are already playing the right style coming in. He is totally right on what works in the playoffs. We see this every year where there is a team that does this. Vegas has been playing this style since they came into the league. Seattle too. A hot goalie is also key and also confidence.

You broke this down so well, I knew it was the team buying into the system that really brought them to where they are

No individual player thinks they are better than the team, and that keeps them all on the same page, even the same word. Tremendous break down!

The hottest goalie since Quick in LA's Cup wins. And remember, in their first one, they were 8th seed also.

Great breakdown thanks for the video

Very nicely stated sir. These guys and Vegas are monsters.

FL Panthers fan for the last 12 years. Seen the ups and downs of the team throughout the years. So happy they made it all the way to the finals! What an exciting time! Happy for the team! Go cats!

Best hockey channel on YT. Thanks

"We want Florida" has aged like milk

It took a while for this gambling team to play hard and tough. And applause to the Coach for loosening the defense first noose he had around their necks in February. The team went on a tear after that. Taking his philosophy and blending it with their firepower. However, you cannot, repeat cannot, underestimate the value of 72 coming in vs Boston and playing lights out. Remember, this guy lost the starting job when Florida was charging to the regular season finish line. No 72 in Boston? No Panthers in SCF

Every style succeeds in the playoffs when your goalie is saving everything.

Great video... Some teams are really built for playoffs like the blues and the kings that won the cup. Some players like edmunston with the blues and habs have shown their playstyles in playoff is insanely good. Another good example is marc staal. These two might be "ok" in the season but completely next level in playoff style hockey.

Excellent analysis. It reminded me of Malcolm Gladwell's book, "David & Goliath," explaining that while we all love underdogs and Cinderella stories, beneath the surface there is far more to it than just luck.

Awesome video. So happy for Florida.

I've been cheering for the panthers this whole time and now the reality is setting in that now my boys in Vegas will have to play them...

Congrats to the 100 panthers fans!

Avs fan, always cheering for Philly and Florida in the east