Phil Kessel 2016 Playoff Highlights | Stanley Cup Champion

[@sebastianpatriksson7814]

It's a pure joy to see Kessel happy

[@bel34f61]

Miss this guy on the Leafs. Only guy to consistently put up points. Classless Toronto media lighting a fire under his ass only to drive him out of town. I'm glad he won the cup, and go figure, the very next season after being traded. #KessleySnipes

[@davidmccalla6799]

+Jono Vision Same but hey at least we have Matthews, Marner and Nylander now.

[@bakerboy2779]

Jono Vision he said he was tired for being on the Toronto team and wanted to go to a better team and he deserves to be on the penguins. I'm just surprised that the pens got him.

[@tymendelson1740]

i felt bad for him I'm actually really happy he won the cup

[@homerpimpson1374]

Kessel looks like a homeless version of steve ott. not hating either its just a fact we have to accept unfortunately. www.nhl.com/player/phil-kessel-847354 www.nhl.com/player/steve-ott-8468505

[@crayontown5901]

Leafs fans adored Kessel. After he won the cup he brought it to a kids hospital in Toronto. He loved Toronto but the media ran him out of town. He will always be missed.

[@mr.brenman2132]

Did they?

[@willawrence27]

One thing that is continually understated is how good of a passer Kessel can be as well!

[@stever7655]

its always nice to see someone bury the doubters

[@TKuSh92]

Kessel the goat man we miss Phil in Pittsburgh for sure and I think I speak for the whole city when I say that

[@dr.loomis4221]

No no you don't

[@RhinoXpress]

it wasnt that he was hard to coach, it was the fact that the maple leafs didnt know how to coach him.

[@bangyahead1]

by the looks of it the leafs dont know how to coach anybody

[@michaelcoslo6497]

There's a reason they haven't won a cup in 50 years now.

[@Malkinian]

Exactly. Organization is just a cesspool. Socially awkward doesn't equal a coach killer or a quitter. Joke fans and media needed a scapegoat, and he was the convenient target.

[@davidmccalla6799]

And we we're trying to build a team around him and you don't build around players like Phil.

[@seanmclellan7094]

That's a joke. If you actually believe management did a reasonable attempt at building a team around him you're an idiot. Who did they bring in that was close to his talent level? Noteables include: Lupul, Phaneuf, and JVR. Over the course of 6 years? Is that acceptable to you? Because other than JVR, none of those players would be first pairing or first line players yet they were the best the Leafs had to offer in those 6 years. That's a pathetic attempt at building around any player let alone Kessel.

[@joenobody571]

I'm a lot bit late to the party but can you imagine the weight lifted off that man's shoulders the last few years I bet you he never smiled more in his whole life I Love Phil Kessel

[@ranks5620]

I’m not a pens fan! But as a LEAF fan, I truly hate how we treated him! I watched the way the fans treated him and I hated it! I’m so glad and happy for phill the thrill!

[@Rastafarian1882]

yup Toronto used him incorrectly and then blamed him their own mistakes, amazing what a good coach and a good system can do to change perception

[@Awwscrewit]

Honestly I think us Leafs fans were happier than anyone that Phil got a pair of rings.

[@dr.loomis4221]

He's a selfish player who doesn't care about his team. That's why every team sends him packing.

[@mr.brenman2132]

​@@dr.loomis4221 He's a 3× Stanley Cup Champion. You go with that.

[@kennardsloan1281]

this was phil kessel year .I'm glad he went to pittsurgh.

[@boolikethebear]

this pittsburgh team was so stacked

[@kdsburneraccount7476]

Diehard Caps fan. I hate the Pens, but I can't hate Phil Kessel no matter what team he's on.

[@CivicYt]

My all-time favorite Pens roster ever.

[@adamlewis5700]

It was definitely a fun roster and those guys seemed to love playing together. The early 90s Pen' s roster will always be the best in regards to pure talent. It might be one of the top 3 teams ever constructed with Ron Francis, Stevens, Jagr, Lemieux, Joe Mullen, Straka, Murphy, Doug Brown, Coffey, Samuelson, and Tocchet.

[@JNJ1014]

From 2015-2018 I used to have hockey debates with the doormen at my old apartment building & I said this Penguins team was the best team I'd ever seen in NHL history. But even this Pens roster would have issues against the 2022 Avalanche roster.

[@tonyp114]

that ending clip was so appropriate hahahaha

[@OGT4204]

Kessel did his job in t.0. Made an all star outa lupul, a guy who couldn’t ever stay healthy. Love Phil

[@leeham6230]

Kessel and Lupul... What a duo for that short era of the Leafs.

[@chrisp2509]

Such a sexy dual (mainly the other guy).

[@negevsareforpros9250]

I was happy for Kessel when he went to the Penguins, Toronto media just rips everyone apart, glad to see him happy again.

[@farid554]

At all the Pitt fans shitting on Toronto fans, a lot of us where cheering for Phil in the playoffs and understand what he offered our team even if the shitty Toronto media didn't. And if we weren't its because we wanted your pick to be higher. I'm happy Phil won himself a cup.

[@michaelcoslo6497]

So - did you tell the shitty Toronto media to shut their yaps? Of course Pens fans are going to make fun of ya. Toronto paid a good bit of Kessel's salary while he went on to become the leading scorer in teh playoffs. So management must have been happy to get rid of the fat hotdog man as well. And we all know the best way to build a team is to get rid of the best player on it. Thanks though, we kinda like the guy. Maybe you can see the cup when he brings it to Toronto.

[@cityofchamps66]

were cheering

[@scarycrazymann]

you do realize that kessel was entering his prime this year and thats not what you want for a team that is rebuilding.

[@michaelcoslo6497]

Rebuilding from what? REbuilding from where?

[@scarycrazymann]

+Michael Coslo what the fuck did toy think the leafs did for the past 3 years?

[@Freedom-kl2no]

Pittsburgh never had problems in regular season but always had problems in play-offs and they couldn´t pick better player for the elimination fights. Kessel is Play-off beast even he had no many in his career. His stats in Play-offs are great (23 goals and 20 assists = 43 points out of 46 games)

[@citizenkane454]

Those teams were so special. Lets go pens!

[@jaketrae5708]

He had a good year and will do even better next year

[@Malkinian]

No doubt. Just had to get comfortable. Barring injuries, he's getting 40 next year.

[@mirno7953]

he is rn

[@senseikensei7470]

Jake Trae you were correct.

[@Rastafarian1882]

90 points!

[@Freedom-kl2no]

Man, you made a great job about my favorite player. Thanks a lot.

[@matthewsenko]

The shot at 1:58 is absurd

[@jimgraal]

Dr. Leo Marvin I know!!

[@jf13579]

Absolute snipe. Phil’s a unit

[@burnerddr]

I rewatched it a couple of times. I was in awe.

[@matthewb7872]

Maple leafs don't know how to treat their players I expected lots from kessel when he came to us and boy did he deliver

[@jordintootoo2332]

Matthew B I don't think Kessel wanted to stay with the leafs though. It seems like he's a lot happier now

[@bakerboy2779]

ROLO it's true

[@bigschuh1997]

I didnt expect a lot from him, cause in the Last couple of Years we had Problems with our Stars in the Playoffs, but he was incredible, looking back at it now he really was the Missing Piece we needed

[@07foxmulder]

Quit living in the past, kiddo. Babcock, Shanahan and Lamoriello know how to treat their players. The days of Ballard, Burke, Wilson, Ferguson, Lieweke and Nonis are long gone. Unless you like living in the past. That's cool, too.

[@m109r1800]

THIS WAS SO SWEET TO WATCH I will never forget this .

[@Shadow-jw1kt]

Phil needed that conn smythe. I love me some Cookie Monster Phil man.

[@254zero]

would have loved to see kessel win the con smythe this year. glad to see him have success outside of Toronto.

[@justincross1247]

Penguins legend forever

[@Trepur349]

Deserved the Conn Smythe

[@thegamersparadise]

As a leafs fan, I'm glad to see him happy again, and lift that Stanley cup.. Just wish he could of did it as a Leaf. Long live Phil The Thrill Kessel.

[@vegastjg]

He got to life it again with the VGK

[@miro5512]

Damn that HBK-line was good!

[@captiankirkgames4385]

Miroslaavi I know now only Phil remains

[@miro5512]

@@captiankirkgames4385 Yeah... good times

[@Spideygavin]

Thank you phil for everything

[@polishsnipez7_593]

still watching in 2017. always get emotional watching this

[@mountie816]

I was so thrilled when you got traded to Pittsburgh. You are one of the biggest reasons Pittsburgh won the cup this year. I wish you many more successful seasons!!!

[@BobbyT.]

I am excited for next season because now I think we finally have a team in place that can be consistent in regular season and the playoffs.

[@AustinsMind]

We have always been pretty consistent when it comes to playoff visits, we have the second longest playoff streak.

[@naught_]

But we haven't been consistent IN the playoffs, if I remember correctly there have been 3 first round exits in between the two most recent cups.

[@BobbyT.]

So? That was a completely different team with a completely different systems. They are better than they were before, and I think their system is better for playoff hockey. I don't think the past has anything to do with this team, either than motivate them to win again.

[@naught_]

Bobby T. I was replying to Austin's Thoughts

[@BobbyT.]

I was replying to your thoughts

[@dombove5921]

I love kessel

[@comebackcity9974]

Wow from a Phlyers fan! Respect ✊

[@bryanbrophy8037]

still gives me chills. the chemistry he had with bonino was special.

[@JBM425]

And to think, the HBK Line was the Pens’ THIRD line! Those two Cup teams with Kessel were scary good.

[@zJampsodiz]

phil is so nice and good player, how could anyone hate him?

[@Sekushiwolf]

PHIL KESSEL IS A STANLEY CUP CHAMPION!

[@pussydestroyer87]

Phil Kessel is a 3x Stanley Cup Champion.

[@geraldlittle5948]

My heart...

[@literallywho4197]

Not sure why anyone was surprised with his performance. He had a history of elevating his play when playoff time came around. He did it in Boston. He did it in Toronto. And as this video suggests, he did it in Pittsburgh. Also, he was robbed of the Conn Smythe. He was better than Crosby for at least most of the playoffs.

[@darwn977]

I miss that kessel snipe off the wing. Holy fuck it was (and apparently still is) Laser wired. Nothing a goalie can do to stop those wristers. Total snipe job.

[@jamiemartinez362]

I’m a diehard Flyers fan and I absolutely hate the Pens, but I really do enjoy watching Kessel play. Phil The Thrill!

[@captiankirkgames4385]

If gets traded this off season thak you for everything Phil

[@jirkasbirakarty]

Phil the Thrill! What a player.

[@SNIPINGPLAYS]

kessel is a fucken beast

[@captiankirkgames4385]

Watch this every day makes me cry

[@b_whitesell]

well how about now

[@jeffrichardjr]

I miss HKB 😞 Hags, Kessel and Bonino played amazing that year

[@HillbillyRednecking]

Pittsburgh made a mistake getting rid of Kessel! He’s a good guy, tries hard, loves 🌭’s!

[@JoxicAce]

❌✅❌✅

[@captiankirkgames4385]

Pat Pikulski they did and now Alex is getting traded

[@doggnn4160]

He also likes 🍪

[@YeYe-db6ur]

Malkin carried him and the hbk line

[@filipnassen9076]

They didn't have much choice.

[@MrsPaul]

I will continue to wear my Kessel jersey proudly.

[@Cresenta]

Chills. Perfect video. Couldn't be happier for Phil who was not given his due/handled right in Toronto. Sadly it's a theme for my team.

[@yinhuili]

Phil deserves that Conn Smyth

[@jonnyboy5357]

Awesome job on the video man.Perfect really... give em hell phil!!

[@weizguy87]

Couldnt have done it without him

[@kpmanschannel]

I just think he got a better attitude, he got in a better environment and got teamed up with the right people. Hagelin, Bonino and Kessel are very dangerous line along with the rest of the Penguins team.

[@juronimo19]

Great video, what an amazing player

[@newt0n]

Well deserved, amazing guy.

[@jspro100]

The interview of Kessel in which he says he has "had enough" and he is "tired of it" is taken out of context. If you watch the whole interview he is specifically referring to the Toronto Media's treatment of his then team mate Dion Phaneuf.

[@BountyHunterBootcamp]

HBK unstoppable

[@captiankirkgames4385]

Go thing we got phil

[@dr.loomis4221]

He's not a hall of famer by any means...but he's still a heck of a player.

[@jamesskinner4752]

He was a perfect fit in Pittsburgh.

[@elbamlos]

One of the many great storys that lead us to our fairy tale Stanley Cub

[@guyo7351]

Honesty I was a doubter because I heard(but not put faith in) what was the rumour. He came to Pgh and played his butt off with compassion and helped us win 2 Cups. Thanks Phil :D

[@bangyahead1]

its nice to see that kessel no longer plays for a team which insists on cultivating a losing culture.

[@floop74]

Let's see if you say that a couple years from now

[@bangyahead1]

If they dont do something, I WILL still be saying that in a couple years. The Queefs are in serious need of a culture change and I didnt see Brendan Shannahan doing anything to change the trend.

[@michaelcoslo6497]

We won't hold our breath though. Toronto has 50 some years of losing to make up for.

[@michaelcoslo6497]

OhMyGawd! The Queefs? Now that's funny. And accurate.

[@JeffblinkHardy]

Then you're not paying attention.

[@hotpie9597]

Honestly the trade worked out so well both ways

[@raffitorres1714]

How can you not like Phil

[@jamesvickery3482]

Phil was tortured and disrespected in Toronto by his coach and GM, and the media. Enjoy your 3 rings PK., Toronto got what you deserve too, ahhhh 1967 love it ❤ Honorable mention to Kadri too !

[@philly5-014]

His best Playoff performance 2016 ,Got ripped off on the Conn Smythe ,a poll showed a 84% Aprroval of Kessel.Everyone was surprised ,but the few Who voted.

[@captiankirkgames4385]

Phil the thril can drive the thril

[@leeham6230]

Imagine Kessel with Marner and Matthews. Fucking media and shit coach got rid of him for no reason! Dude was Toronto's star!

[@grizzlycentral1074]

Great editing with the music

[@dr_multi8815]

That very last clip is gold! haha

[@jeremymeeks584]

that’s a fantastic video

[@JeromeCat8]

nice when your potential gets released & used for good things!! (Y) great inspiration

[@michaelcoslo6497]

Mike lang should have a new post-goal saying next year. "Buy that man a Hot Dog!"

[@cityofchamps66]

Lange

[@bigschuh1997]

Phil is the Guy who was in a Bad Relationship. Broke up with her, Then found his Soulmate and lives with her Happy for the Rest of His Life

[@SilviaKundera]

Yay! Thanks for this.

[@senseikensei7470]

it is great to see that burger boy is somewhere that he is being treated right and succeeding because of it. You never hear Kessel complaining about the Pens like he did with Toronto. Go Pens!

[@Realist12b]

Man... Bonino makes some seriously clutch plays.

[@joelheffner3274]

Thank you maple leafs for Phil Kessel wouldn't be able to wins those cups without him

[@ОлегКурцев-е2ч]

Phil Kessel The Best.

[@raokblee2157]

Phil Kessel. He looks like a fan... He scores goals... Phil Kessel... the Everyman.... Phil Kessel

[@asianfireflie]

Phil turned out well in Pittsburgh hoping he can get us over the hump in 2018 playoffs

[@Deviiilz69]

Nice work!

[@MrDieseloo1]

chills.

[@pikkisful]

Kessel come back to Pittsburgh :c

[@tomin8r18]

I wonder is people realize what a role he played both on and off the ice kessel played in those two Stanley cup seasons for the pens

[@chrisnichols6159]

He's the player out of all players to score the impossible to possible goals in playoffs.

[@originalpain]

I wish Kessler would have won the Conn Smythe

[@jobbob1477]

2:01 that's why they call him a sniper

[@jobbob1477]

lundqvist even deflected it a little but it was such a hard shot it still went in

[@davidmccalla6799]

So proud of Phil the Thrill miss him in blue and white but glad he is gone.

[@Musicrecords10]

You miss him but you're glad he's gone? Is it because toronto sucks?

[@davidmccalla6799]

Musicrecords10 No it's because Toronto was a shit ass team in his time here and we needed to finally go on a full rebuild. Plus we we're building around Phil and you don't build around players like Phil. It worked out in the end since we got Matthews now and he might end up being a better player then him when it's all said and done. Kessel was pretty much a great player at a wrong time.

[@Surl9596]

Lol this guy is dumb af

[@davidmccalla6799]

Me or the other guy.

[@maestroz4695]

welcome to AZ :)

[@Nine4TV]

I miss Kessel :(

[@jdurocher29]

Man I miss Phil what a great player and beauty but I guess everything worked out for him Just wanted him to find happiness you know

[@captiankirkgames4385]

Pens saved fix Phil career made him a hero champion

[@Wrangler506]

What a Beauty.

[@billybill1272]

0.28 That was the winter of 2014 winter of 2015 he was already half way through the season as a pen

[@camerondurham3923]

This guy was robbed of the Conn Smythe

[@generalzod8284]

Phil

[@robertsmith908]

Pittsburgh was perfect for him.

[@jamaldee2355]

Nice!!!!!