After the Florida Panthers secured their second consecutive Stanley Cup on Tuesday, one of their key players got major recognition before he could potentially be heading to free agency. Center Sam Bennett won the Conn Smythe Trophy,

Sam Bennett's 15 goals throughout the Stanley Cup Playoffs earned him the Conn Smythe Trophy as the Panthers defeated the Oilers in Game 6 to win consecutive Stanley Cup titles.

Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett won the Conn Smythe Trophy (most valuable player during NHL playoffs) after scoring 15 postseason goals, including five during the Stanley Cup Final.