The 2018 Stanley Cup was the championship series of the National Hockey League (NHL) for the 2017-2018 season. It featured the Washington Capitals and the Vegas Golden Knights, marking the first time the Golden Knights reached the finals in their inaugural season. The series was played in a best-of-seven format. The Capitals won the series 4-1, securing their first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. Alex Ovechkin, the Capitals' captain, was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player of the playoffs. The victory was celebrated by fans and marked a significant achievement for the team.