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Winning the Cup wasn’t enough for the Florida Panthers, they had to twist the knife. Minutes after crushing the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6, the locker room turned into a full-blown party.
But it wasn’t just champagne and celebrations, it was “Pink Pony Club” blasting in the background. Yep, the same song the Oilers made famous this postseason. Fans instantly knew: this wasn’t just a party. This was a petty masterclass, and hockey Twitter couldn’t stop talking about it.
Panthers blast “Pink Pony Club” in locker room after Cup win, and fans instantly noticed the shade
After defeating the Oilers 5–1 to secure their first-ever Stanley Cup, the Panthers brought the chaos straight into the dressing room. The moment cameras rolled, the players were soaking each other in champagne and dancing along to “Pink Pony Club,” a song the Oilers had made their own rally cry throughout the playoffs.It didn’t feel random. It felt personal. Matthew Tkachuk was front and center, vibing like a pop star in a Vegas club. Add in some ripped shorts, big grins, and a whole lot of energy and suddenly, a Cup win turned into a full-blown troll job.
NHL fans explode online, calling the celebration “classless” and “low-life” behavior
Fans did not hold back. While Panthers supporters were soaking in the moment, others saw the “Pink Pony Club” choice as a low blow.
If you’re surprised by this, you haven’t been paying attention. Matthew Tkachuk has always been that guy, the troll, the instigator, the rat.
The Panthers as a team have fully leaned into that identity, from playoff chirps to locker room chaos. It’s no wonder fans are calling them “the ultimate rats,” and honestly, they don’t seem to mind.At the end of the day, the Panthers got the win, the champagne, and the headlines. “Pink Pony Club” might’ve been Edmonton’s vibe, but Florida made it their final punchline. Whether you call it savage or childish, one thing’s for sure, nobody is forgetting this celebration anytime soon.Also read - “He’s a loser”: Evander Kane skips Stanley Cup handshake line after Oilers loss, fans call it a ‘stupid move’