Keith brings home the cup

PENTICTON — The NHL’s most prestigious piece of hardware is on its way to the Okanagan.

After clinching Lord Stanley’s cup this past season, players from the Chicago Blackhawks have the chance to take it to their hometowns, including Penticton’s Duncan Keith.

“We’re thrilled that the Stanley Cup is coming to Penticton and the community can share in Duncan Keith’s achievement,” said Deputy Mayor Helena Konanz.

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“By sharing his day with the cup with all of us, Duncan Keith is paying the ultimate tribute to the City of Penticton. He is one of Penticton’s hockey heroes and we expect this to be a special day” says Larry Lund, chair of the local tribute committee.

The cup will be on display at Gyro Park at 11 a.m. Saturday. The public is invited to come join the festivities however no autographs will be available.

This is the second time Keith has brought the cup home.