The 2025 Stanley Cup Final features the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers, renewing their rivalry from the previous season. Connor McDavid, who has excelled throughout the playoffs, has emerged as the frontrunner for the Conn Smythe Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the postseason. Following the elimination of the Dallas Stars, McDavid has surpassed Mikko Rantanen, guaranteeing his presence on every ballot submitted by members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association, further solidifying his MVP prospects regardless of the Final's outcome.
McDavid takes over the lead from Rantanen, moving up from third on our voters' ballots before the conference finals. He's the only player to appear on every ballot.
The Edmonton star enters the Final with 26 points (six goals, 20 assists) in 16 games. He roasted the Stars with points in every game.
McDavid won the Conn Smythe last postseason in a losing effort. Based on his lead for the award, he might win it again this time.
The award is voted on by an 18-person panel of Professional Hockey Writers Association members, based on a player's performance during the entire postseason.
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