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Blackhawks Trainer Recalls Final 'Unbelievable' Stanley Cup Moments
Crestwood resident Mike Gapski shared a few keys to the winning season, and the excitement of the Hawks' intense game 6 win.
Mike Gapski remembers the last seconds before the Chicago Blackhawks' stunning Stanley Cup victory moving very fast.
The head Blackhawks trainer and Crestwood resident brought the Cup home Wednesday, stopping at Incarnation Parish in Palos Heights and Caesar Park in Crestwood.
Hundreds of people came out to get pictures taken with the iconic trophy.
The long lines can be seen behind Gapski, as he spoke with Patch about winning despite injuries, keeping players fit even during a lockout-shortened season and the intense moments before the Hawks won the Cup.
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