The Stanley Cup is awarded in the sport of ice hockey, specifically to the playoff champion of the National Hockey League (NHL).

What the Stanley Cup Is

  • The Stanley Cup is the championship trophy given each year to the NHL playoff winner.
  • It is widely regarded as one of the most important trophies in professional ice hockey.

Who Plays For It

  • Teams from the National Hockey League compete through the regular season and playoffs for the right to win the Stanley Cup.
  • The winner is considered the world’s top professional ice hockey club for that season.

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