That connection will either be former punching bags Phil Kessel and James Reimer. Yes, former Toronto Maple Leafs Nick Spaling and Roman Polak are also involved in the Cup Finals, but neither had much, if any, impact on the organization during their stay.
So, who would you rather see lift the Stanley Cup? I’m rooting for Phil Kessel.
It’s great that both Kessel and Reimer have found lengthy playoff success this year immediately after being traded by the Toronto Maple Leafs, but Kessel has had a direct impact on the Penguins Cup run. James Reimer has played 30 minutes so far in the playoffs.