Ivy

It has to be Tampa Bay! Florida is one of those states where no matter where you go, you can find a good party. I have also been to Tampa Bay for Lightning NHL games and there is so much pre and post game fun to be had. Being by the water, you can also do more beach type of activities. If I was throwing a finals party in Tampa, I would have a full on spring break type of beach blowout. All of the players would be there and we would invite a ton of fans to join too. It would be so memorable to bring the cup out there too, and we might be finding sand in it for months after. (123 words)

I really think that for both of these teams, it starts with the depth. Both teams have been in this spot multiple seasons in a row because they not only have the top of the line stars, but they have several lines behind those players too. When it comes to having a deep playoff run, you need to be able to roll out 3-4 lines during the rounds in order for everyone to stay fresh and for those top guys to not have too much pressure. Also, it has helped that both franchises are aggressive in the off season, acquiring star veterans from other teams in order to keep the group strong. For example, San Francisco trading for a former MVP in Chris Valentine is a move that a champion would make, and it paid off for them big time this season with another cup win for San Francisco! I admire what both teams have done for these incredible runs they are on. (163 words)