from the CP at Sportsnet,

Here are 10 NHL veterans still chasing their first Cup:

1. Calgary goaltender Mike Smith — 37, 13 seasons

Smith arguably has his best chance at a Cup with Calgary after years in Dallas, Tampa Bay and Arizona. He has played just 19 career playoff games with 16 of those coming in the Phoenix Coyotes’ run to the 2012 Western Conference Final. Things weren’t looking good for the Kingston, Ont., native early in the season when he got injured and lost his starting job to David Rittich, but he’s bounced back to retake the No. 1 role with the Flames while playing in his final season of a six-year contract.

2. Toronto forward Patrick Marleau — 39, 21 seasons

Marleau has played the most regular- (1,657) and post-season games (184) among active players without ever winning a Cup, and is also the playoff leader in goals (72) for skaters still in the game. The Swift Current, Sask., native will be in the playoffs for the 19th time, with a loss against Pittsburgh in 2016 with San Jose being his lone Cup final appearance. His role with Toronto is much different than when he was in his prime with the Sharks as the veteran voice in a room full of youth.

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