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Panthers move on to Cup Final: Grades, takeaways for both teams
Though the Canes mounted a strong challenge, the Panthers are Eastern Conference champs again.
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From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.

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Jones is one of seven Panthers on the playoff roster who haven't won the Stanley Cup.
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New tradition plays on Marchand's reputation as a "rat" -- but the celebration is almost 30 years old.

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