Why is it called the Stanley Cup? How the NHL's championship trophy got its name
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Why is it called the Stanley Cup? How the NHL's championship trophy got its name
The Stanley Cup is one of the most well-known trophies in sports, but what's the history behind the NHL hardware?
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Is the Stanley Cup sports' coolest trophy, and what is its history?
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Who Is Stanley and Why is There a Cup Named After Him?
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NHL Records - History of the Trophy
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Conn Smythe Trophy explained: What is the Conn Smythe Trophy in the Stanley Cup Playoffs? - DraftKings Network
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Stanley Cup - Wikipedia
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10 things to know about the NHL's Stanley Cup, including its real name
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Lightning's Liz Koharski is 17th woman to have her name on Stanley Cup
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Chronology of Stanley Cup engravings - Wikipedia
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Vegas Golden Knights are the first team to get the Stanley Cup engraved before their summer parties