Prolonged Wait for Hockey Glory: NHL Teams with the Longest Stanley Cup Droughts Exposed For decades, NHL teams have been waiting for their chance to hoist the iconic Stanley Cup, but some franchises have been stuck in a never-ending cycle of disappointment. The Globe Gazette has updated its list of NHL teams with the longest Stanley Cup droughts, and the results are a sobering reminder of the challenges facing these teams. From the Pittsburgh Penguins' drought that began in 2009 to the Arizona Coyotes' woeful stretch that spans over 50 years, the list is a testament to the competitive nature of the NHL. Which teams are still clinging to their hopes of Stanley Cup glory, and which ones are facing an even longer wait?
NHL Teams with the LONGEST Stanley Cup Droughts Updated Globe Gazette