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5 facts about the Stanley Cup

Either the Golden Knights or the Capitals are going to win the Stanley Cup. So before that happens, here are five facts about the trophy: 1. It’s named after Lord Stanley of Preston, a former Governor General of Canada. 2. The champions get their names engraved on the Cup’s rings. 3. Each player gets a day with the Cup during the summer. 4. Montreal has won the Cup a record 24 times. 5. 13 teams, including the Capitals and Golden Knights, have never won it.

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