How Many Days Until the Stanley Cup Finals?
Stanley Cup Finals 2025 are expected to begin around Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
About the Stanley Cup Finals
The Stanley Cup Finals is the championship series of the National Hockey League (NHL), the highest level of professional ice hockey in North America. It culminates a season that begins in the fall of the previous calendar year. The series pits the champion of the Eastern Conference against the champion of the Western Conference.
The Big Game
Championship Series
The winner receives the Stanley Cup, the oldest professional sports trophy in North America, first awarded in 1893.
Timing
Held annually in early June, it's the culmination of the NHL playoffs following the regular season.
Cultural Phenomenon
The Stanley Cup Finals is one of the most-watched sporting events in North America, known for its intense competition and historic moments.
Host City
The series is hosted in the home arenas of the two competing teams, alternating between the two cities.
A Brief History
The Stanley Cup was first awarded in 1893 to the Montreal Hockey Club. It was originally a challenge cup, meaning teams could challenge the reigning champion to a match for the trophy. The NHL took exclusive control of the Stanley Cup in 1926, and it has been awarded to the league's playoff champion ever since.
Stanley Cup Traditions
National Anthems
Each game begins with the singing of the national anthems of both the United States and Canada, reflecting the league's binational nature.
Commercials
Companies often debut high-budget, creative commercials during the broadcast, generating significant buzz.
Parties & Food
Stanley Cup Finals games are often accompanied by viewing parties and gatherings, with fans celebrating the sport and their favorite teams.
Historic Moments
The Stanley Cup Finals have produced many historic moments, from game-winning goals to legendary performances by players.