A long-awaited Stanley Cup drought looms large for a franchise’s star forward, whose dominance on the ice has only deepened expectations. With a record of sustained excellence and a team built around his playmaking, the question isn’t just if but when the championship will come. Analysts weigh whether this season’s roster adjustments and playoff experience could finally break the barrier. The pressure—and the hype—have never been higher.

SIMMONS: Will this be the year that Connor McDavid finally wins the Stanley Cup?  Toronto Sun