Sam Bennett wins Conn Smythe Trophy as Panthers claim 2nd straight Stanley Cup

Sam Bennett wins Conn Smythe Trophy as Panthers claim 2nd straight Stanley Cup

Bennett joined NHL legends with his 15 goals throughout the playoffs

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) celebrates after making an assist on a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first period during game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. (Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images)

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) controls the puck during the first period against the Carolina Hurricanes in game four of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. (Sam Navarro-Imagn Images)

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) skates during the warmup period against the Edmonton Oilers in game five of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place. (Sergei Belski-Imagn Images)