The Stanley Cup playoffs have long rewarded longevity as much as brilliance, drawing out careers marked by grit, timing, and an ability to rise when the stakes sharpen. Across eras, certain players carved out postseason paths that seemed almost endless.

Their journeys stretch from shifting rink styles to evolving team identities, each appearance adding another layer to a legacy built under spring pressure. Some returned year after year, outlasting trends while anchoring championship hopes.

From Chris Chelios’ relentless durability to Wayne Gretzky’s vision and clutch performances under the brightest lights, these postseason staples shaped hockey’s most demanding stage.

Which star has played the most games in the Stanley Cup playoffs?

The player who has skated in more NHL postseason gam

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