TASK ONE: We ask y’all a lot about who you THINK will win the finals for different reasons. Let’s change it up a bit. Who do you WANT to win the finals, and why? Must be at least 150 words.
It would be silly to not say I want the Los Angeles Panthers to win. It’s been over 20 season since the Panthers have brought the challenge cup home and have gone through many seasons of struggles. I want the Panthers to win because they have worked really hard and were disappointed after their last meeting in the finals against the Minnesota Chiefs where they lost. The next season the Panthers missed the playoffs and promised they would be back and now they are in the finals once again. They were the underdogs going into the second round against the Winnipeg Jets and everyone likes a good underdog story. I would also be happy if West Kendall brings home a cup they have a lot of great guys and a great locker room. However I would be a lot happier if the Panthers and Bennett could bring home the cup and take game 7 at home. It will be a tough one but at this point anything is possible.
TASK TWO: Who is your choice for the unsung hero of the S40 playoffs up to this point? Must be at least 150 words and include at least two statistics in support.
My choice for the playoff unsung hero is their goaltender Evgueni Marmeladov, it is his first season as the Los Angeles Panthers starting net minder. Right from the start of the season he made a huge impact, not only on the ice but in the locker room as well. He built trust in his teammates and they made a promise they would be back in the playoffs. The reason why I chose him is this is his first playoffs and he sure made a name for himself, in 14 games played he has 8 wins and 6 losses with a 0.905 and a 2.98 GAA. He was able to help the team get passed the Edmonton Blizzard and then a huge upset against the Winnipeg Jets. One of the most impressive stats that Marmy accomplished in the playoffs was his 2 shutouts. Something I think he will never forget. Hopefully the Panthers are able to bring a cup home for this young goaltender.
TASK SEVEN: Design a rally towel that you might see for a fan giveaway during the Cup finals. Must include team colors, team name, team logo, and a slogan/saying.


TASK NINE: Trivia! Send the answers to me by forum PM. You will not get credit for posting the answers in this thread.
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TASK FOUR: Unscramble the names of these four players who will be competing in the Challenge Cup Finals. Send the answers to me by forum PM. You will not get credit for posting the answers in this thread.
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Bonus question: Who scores the Cup-winning goal? Matthew Auston