- What: 2025 Stanley Cup Final
- When: June 4-20, 2025
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers
- Time: 5:00 p.m. PST
- Where: Amerant Bank Arena (Sunrise, FL) and Rogers Centre (Edmonton, AB)
The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are set to clash in the Stanley Cup Final once again, beginning Wednesday at 5 p.m. PST.
Last year, the Panthers emerged victorious in a thrilling seven-game series, but this time, they enter as slight underdogs. The Oilers are favored at -125, while the Panthers sit at +105.
The Panthers have advanced to the Finals by defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning in five games, overcoming the Toronto Maple Leafs in seven games after recovering from a 0-2 deficit, and then taking down the Carolina Hurricanes in another five-game series.
On the other hand, the Oilers advanced by defeating the Los Angeles Kings in six games, the Vegas Golden Knights in five games, and the Dallas Stars in a five-game matchup.
They’ve also shown resilience, bouncing back after a 0-2 start against the Kings.
The Panthers have made history as the fourth team since 1980 to reach the Stanley Cup Final for three consecutive seasons, aiming to join the elite group of teams with back-to-back Cup victories since 2000.
To accomplish this, they will need to face an Oilers team hungry for their first Stanley Cup since 1990. Last season, Edmonton was just one game away from glory but fell short in a tense Game 7 against the Panthers.
This playoffs, the Oilers have been on a mission, overcoming a 0-2 deficit against the Kings and compiling a remarkable 12-2 record in the postseason, defeating both the Vegas Golden Knights and the Dallas Stars.
Key players Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have been stellar, leading all NHL postseason scorers with 26 and 25 points, respectively.
Their contributions will be even more vital as they pursue the Cup, especially with Zach Hyman sidelined.
Best Bet: Oilers to win cup at -125 odds
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