If you would have asked both of us in the middle of the summer if we have a chance to play for the Stanley Cup again, a rematch, we would both race to sign that paper.’

Before we go any further, maybe it's fair to establish some ground rules for how to assess this particular Stanley Cup final. Specifically, unless the Edmonton Oilers or Florida Panthers gain such a large lead to put the game out of reach,

The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers will begin their Stanley Cup Final rematch with Game 1 on Wednesday night. The Panthers are eyeing a repeat performance while the Oilers will try to lift the Cup for the first time since 1990.