The banner commemorating the first Stanley Cup title in Florida Panthers history had not been raised to the rafters yet when a newcomer realized just what

And that was before the real hockey started. Now, more than 250 days later, the Panthers are one win away from repeating as champions, and the Stanley Cup will be in the building with their chance to extend its stay in Florida if they defeat the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the final on home ice Tuesday night.

Following their 5-2 win Saturday in Game 5 of a Stanley Cup Final rematch against the Oilers, the Panthers have a 3-2 series lead. Florida can clinch its second straight title as early as Tuesday, when it plays Game 6 on home ice at Amerant Bank Arena.