NHL world reacts as Canadiens’ exit extends Canada’s Stanley Cup drought to 33 years
The Montreal Canadiens' playoff run ended with a loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, marking another year without a Canadian team winning the Stanley Cup. This defeat extends Canada's championship drought to 33 years, with the last win occurring in 1993. Reactions on social media varied, with some expressing disappointment while others noted that the narrative is more prominent outside of Canada.
- ▪The Canadiens were eliminated by the Hurricanes in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final.
- ▪This loss extends Canada's Stanley Cup drought to 33 years.
- ▪The last Canadian team to win the Stanley Cup was the Montreal Canadiens in 1993.
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| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 19:07:54 +0000 |
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