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In Game 7 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final in Edmonton, the Oilers faced the Florida Panthers and lost 2-1, leaving Canadian hockey fans disheartened. The Oilers’ defeat dashed hopes of ending a 34-year Stanley Cup drought for Edmonton and a 31-year dry spell for Canadian teams since the Montreal Canadiens’ 1993 victory.
Fans across Canada, including Torontonians, expressed disappointment, some humorously comparing Oilers’ losses to long-standing Toronto Maple Leafs frustrations in Game 7s. Despite the defeat, many acknowledged Edmonton’s accomplishment in reaching the final, contrasting it with the Maple Leafs’ prolonged absence from such stages.
The CN Tower’s decision not to light up for the Oilers drew sarcastic remarks online, highlighting the somber mood among fans. Meanwhile, amidst the hockey disappointment, Torontonians noted the political news of the Conservatives winning the Toronto-St. Paul’s by-election.
Despite the setback, optimistic fans believe in Edmonton’s future chances at winning the Stanley Cup again. To console disappointed fans, Boston Pizza offered 30,000 free pizzas to Oilers supporters, aiming to ease the “hockey heartache” and prepare for the next season.
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