Panthers Eye Stanley Cup, Oilers Face Elimination in Game 6
The Florida Panthers are on the cusp of securing their second consecutive Stanley Cup title, while the Edmonton Oilers are fighting to stay alive in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final. After a stunning collapse in Game 4, the Panthers dominated Game 5, putting them within a win of the championship.
Panthers’ Dominance Continues
Following a three-goal lead relinquished in Game 4, the Panthers rebounded impressively, achieving a 5-2 victory over the Oilers in Game 5. Brad Marchand, a Florida winger, repeated his strong performance with two goals, including the game’s opening score in the first period. The Panthers swiftly built a commanding 3-0 lead, which they maintained throughout the contest. Their staunch defense held the Oilers to just three high-danger scoring chances, according to Natural Stat Trick.
The Oilers chose to start Calvin Pickard in net after his solid performance replacing Stuart Skinner in Game 5. However, Pickard couldn’t duplicate his success, giving up four goals in his first loss of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Consequently, Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch will revert to Skinner as the starting goaltender for Game 6.
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Oilers’ Challenges in Game 6
As the series heads back to South Florida for Game 6, the Oilers will need a better defensive showing. Edmonton also requires Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to elevate their play once more, after recording just four combined shots-on-goal in Game 5.
Skinner will aim to improve after allowing 16 goals throughout four games in the Stanley Cup Final. The Oilers’ ability to prevent the Panthers from scoring will be vital to their chances of extending the series. The Panthers’ defense has been formidable throughout the series, making scoring difficult.
Game 6 Details
The crucial Game 6 is set for Tuesday, June 17, at 8 p.m. ET, at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. Fans can watch the action on TNT and truTV, or stream it on fubo (try for free).
