The Stanley Cup-one of the most sought-after trophies in sports. For over 100 years, some of the best athletes in the world have given their hearts and souls to possess it, even if just for a brief moment. Here are some of the greatest moments in the history of the quest to raise Lord Stanley's Cup in triumph: The Toronto Maple Leafs became the only team to come back from a 3-0 series deficit to win the Stanley Cup against the Detroit Red Wings in one of the most exciting finals ever, After a 54-year drought, the New York Rangers beat the Vancouver Canucks in a dramatic game seven final with a little luck and some inspiration from captain Mark Messier, The battle royal between the Leafs and the Canadiens in 1951 ended with Bill Barilko slapping one in on a pass from Howie Meeker for the Stanley Cup-winning goal, Grant Fuhr's goaltending and Gretzky's goal-scoring helped the Oilers take their first Stanley Cup in a decisive four games over the New York Islanders, A controversial goal won the cup for the Dallas Stars when Brett Hull's toe slipped over the goal line and into the crease as he took his final shot, Bobby Orr's leap into the air celebrated his overtime goal in one of the most famous Stanley Cup-winning moments of all time. And many more. Book jacket.
Greatest Games of the Stanley Cup : The Battles and the Rivalries