Trump Honors Florida Panthers at White House, Hails Dominant Stanley Cup Run

President Donald Trump hosted the Florida Panthers, the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions, at the White House, celebrating what he described as one of the most dominant playoff runs in NHL history. Trump praised the Panthers for scoring 94 playoff goals, setting a road-win record, and controlling the Stanley Cup Final for more than 255 minutes — while also joking about Canada’s continued Stanley Cup drought. The ceremony included applause, humor, and the presentation of a custom Panthers jersey. The visit honored the team’s resilience after injuries, a shortened offseason, and immense pressure to repeat as champions.