What was uncertain, however, was who would take home the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP. Two Panthers forwards, Sam Bennett and Brad Marchand, both had strong cases for the award. Bennett led all players with 15 goals this postseason,

Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett won the Conn Smythe Trophy (most valuable player during NHL playoffs) after scoring 15 postseason goals, including five during the Stanley Cup Final.

Panthers forward Sam Bennett, who led the NHL playoff field with 15 goals, including five in the final, was named the winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy on Tuesday night.