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Phil Kessel raises the Stanley Cup

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Phil Kessel, with all the glory.

One of the more polarizing figures in the NHL enjoyed a moment no one can ever take away, hoisting the Stanley Cup chalice Sunday in San Jose after the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Sharks in six games.

Kessel was essential to the Penguins' run, leading the team in scoring with 10 goals and 22 points in the tournament.

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