Exactly Bolts.
I guess I look at it like this...
I love playing dynasty mode in NHL. I never sim any games, so dynasty mode is a rather big investment in time. I try to handle my dynasty as realistically as possible, as far as trades, skill level, ect. So a trip to the Finals would be very few and far between.
If one day I ever get to the Finals...you bet, I want a "Hair raising" experience too. Yep, it's just a video game. But I want it to hurt a bit watching the other team raise the Cup, with this great presentation and atmosphere. Or...have this great feeling of satisfaction watching
your teams captain hoisted the Cup in victory.
I've always believed the sports game makers almost can't go too overboard with playoff or especially championship games/trophy presentation. Of course I have to get to the darn Finals one of these days.