Original: 4 includes 18 seasons for Hartford Whalers (1979–80 through to 1996–97) + 7 seasons for Carolina Hurricanes (1997–98 through to 2003–04) Cities/regions awaiting first Stanley Cup This list only includes cities/regions currently hosting an NHL franchise.
Simplified: Cities/regions awaiting first Stanley Cup This list only includes cities/regions currently hosting an NHL franchise.