Florida Panthers

Panthers fans hopeful their team wins The Cup in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final

By Jose Iglesias, Alie Skowronski
Rob Veglia, 54, reacts as he arrives to Amerant Bank Arena before his team plays against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final
Rob Veglia, 54, reacts as he arrives to Amerant Bank Arena before his team plays against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Sunrise, Florida

As the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers gear up for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals, thousands of fans arrive to Amerant Bank Arena, ready to cheer on their teams.

The Panthers, having won 3 of the 4 games played, are now just one victory away from clinching the coveted Stanley Cup.

Take a look at a selection of photos capturing the passion of these dedicated fans.

Brothers Ben Lagunov, right, and Jensen Lagunov hoist their own Stanley Cup in front of Amerant Bank Arena.
Brothers Ben Lagunov, right, and Jensen Lagunov hoist their own Stanley Cup in front of Amerant Bank Arena. Jose Iglesias jiglesias@miamiherald.com
Members of the Chaikin family pose for a selfie in front of Amerant Bank Arena before the start of game 5.
Members of the Chaikin family pose for a selfie in front of Amerant Bank Arena before the start of game 5. Jose Iglesias jiglesias@miamiherald.com
Oiler fans Sam Roth, left and Kris Black , right chant for the Oilers outside the main entrance of Amerant Bank Arena
Oiler fans Sam Roth, left and Kris Black , right chant for the Oilers outside the main entrance of Amerant Bank Arena Jose Iglesias jiglesias@miamiherald.com
Florida Panthers fans smile for photos before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena.
Florida Panthers fans smile for photos before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena. Alie Skowronski askowronski@miamiherald.com
Florida Panthers fans walk up the Panther steps to the arena before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena
Florida Panthers fans walk up the Panther steps to the arena before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena Alie Skowronski askowronski@miamiherald.com
Liam Carr, 4, and friends play hockey in the parking lot at a tailgate before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena.
Liam Carr, 4, and friends play hockey in the parking lot at a tailgate before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena. Alie Skowronski askowronski@miamiherald.com
Thirteen year -old Xander Wong, left and his father, Eddie, right arrive at the Arena with plenty of time to spare before the puck drops.
Thirteen year -old Xander Wong, left and his father, Eddie, right arrive at the Arena with plenty of time to spare before the puck drops. Jose Iglesias jiglesias@miamiherald.com
A group from Air Canada based in Edmonton chant for their team in front of Amerant Bank Arena.
A group from Air Canada based in Edmonton chant for their team in front of Amerant Bank Arena. Jose Iglesias jiglesias@miamiherald.com
Florida Panthers fans chant “We want the Cup!” before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena
Florida Panthers fans chant “We want the Cup!” before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final at the Amerant Bank Arena Alie Skowronski askowronski@miamiherald.com
Derek Kesseler waves a Edmonton Oilers flag in front of the arena before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final
Derek Kesseler waves a Edmonton Oilers flag in front of the arena before Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final Alie Skowronski askowronski@miamiherald.com
Panthers fan and Pompano Beach resident Eddie Rondeaux is sure the Panthers are going to bring the Stanley Cup home tonight.
Panthers fan and Pompano Beach resident Eddie Rondeaux is sure the Panthers are going to bring the Stanley Cup home tonight. Jose Iglesias jiglesias@miamiherald.com
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