Bar owners in Edmonton are seeing positive results from the Stanley Cup and Copa America events [d1d8e99b]. The Edmonton Oilers' run for the cup has injected millions into the local economy [d1d8e99b]. Although the article does not provide specific names, numbers, or dates, the bar owners are optimistic about the summer ahead [d1d8e99b].
On June 30, 2024, Broward County officials took the stage at a victory celebration for the Florida Panthers' first-ever Stanley Cup win. The celebration included various highlights, such as Paul Maurice owing money to the swear jar and Matthew Tkachuk stopping by the Elbo Room for beers [47da8352]. Despite stormy weather, thousands of fans attended the celebration, with one fan stating that they were not scared of a little lightning because the Panthers had eliminated their opponents in the first round [47da8352].
Despite heavy rain, a massive crowd of fans gathered in Fort Lauderdale for the Florida Panthers' championship parade [4e20c5f3]. The parade, which was delayed due to storms, featured Panthers players hoisting the Stanley Cup atop a double-decker bus and interacting with drenched fans [4e20c5f3]. The rain did not dampen the excitement, as more players joined the parade and fans cheered and chanted [4e20c5f3]. The exact attendance of the parade is unknown, but it was estimated that around 200,000 fans were expected to attend [4e20c5f3].
The Edmonton Oilers emerged victorious in Game 7 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals against the Florida Panthers on June 24, 2024, winning the championship [dfca9d3d][1278d68a][b6df4675]. The Oilers' triumph marks an incredible comeback, as they were down 3-0 in the series [dfca9d3d]. This victory also ends the reign of the Vegas Golden Knights as the previous Stanley Cup champions [b6df4675]. The last time a Canadian team won the Stanley Cup was in 1993 [dfca9d3d].
Game 7 took place in Florida, and the Oilers showcased their dominance with a 5-1 victory over the Panthers [dfca9d3d][1278d68a]. The Oilers' strong offensive performance and solid goaltending proved too much for the Panthers to handle [dfca9d3d][1278d68a]. The Oilers now hold a 5-0 record when their playoff life is on the line [1278d68a].
Matthew Tkachuk of the Florida Panthers wins the Stanley Cup, leading to an emotional celebration with his family [68f3d664]. His father, Keith Tkachuk, expressed pride and tears as he watched his son achieve this milestone [68f3d664]. Matthew dedicated the victory to his family, and his brother, Brady Tkachuk, expressed his excitement and support [68f3d664]. Matthew suffered a cracked sternum during the 2023 Stanley Cup Final but played through the pain [68f3d664]. The Tkachuk family has a combined total of 2,391 NHL games played [68f3d664]. Matthew's journey to the Cup began when he was traded to the Panthers in 2022 [68f3d664]. The victory marks the first Stanley Cup win for the Panthers and the first time a Canada-based team has won the Cup in 31 years [68f3d664].
The Pittsburgh Pirates also had a successful game, rallying to beat the Rays 4-3 after a 10-3 loss on Friday [dfca9d3d]. Pirates pitcher Jared Jones settled down after a shaky start and struck out eight batters, allowing two runs in seven innings [dfca9d3d]. Oneil Cruz hit a home run into the Allegheny River, becoming the fifth player to do so [dfca9d3d]. Andrew McCutchen hit his first triple in over three years [dfca9d3d]. The Pirates will face the Rays again for the third game of the series [dfca9d3d].
In other sports news, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds tied with North Carolina 0-0 and will play their next game in Las Vegas [dfca9d3d]. The Nascar Cup Series will race at New Hampshire Speedway, with Martin Truex Jr. as the defending race champion [dfca9d3d].
A local woman is also recovering from a crash last week [dfca9d3d].
Looking ahead, the Vegas Golden Knights are already making moves to remain competitive, acquiring players like Noah Hanifin and Tomas Hertl, and considering adding Mitch Marner and Linus Ullmark [b6df4675]. The Golden Knights' quest for the Stanley Cup continues as they prepare for the future [b6df4675].