The Stanley Cup has more history than any other trophy in sports. It even has a longer history than the NHL itself. The same cup has been passed on from champion to champion in some form for 107 years. Unlike its NBA, MLB, and NFL counterparts, there is only one trophy for the NHL champion. When there is a new champion, the Cup moves to a new home.

The Cup was first awarded in 1892 to the amateur hockey champion of Canada.  The cup was not completely controlled by the NHL until 1947, and has built up more history and stories than can fill a book.

And unlike its other North American counterparts, in the NHL, the players don’t covet the championship ring, all they want is a chance to hold Lord Stanley’s Cup. And possibly urinate in it.

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