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Random Thoughts: Oilers vs. Panthers for the Stanley Cup

The Oilers are only a couple of days away from starting their Stanley Cup Final journey, and that has a few random thoughts rolling around in my head that I could use your help with figuring out.

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The penalty kill has been a significant part of the Oilers’ playoff run

The Edmonton Oilers’ power play was the talk of the first two rounds. After the first series against the Los Angeles Kings, the Oilers had an absurd nine goals on 20 opportunities for a 45 percent conversion rate on the power play.

NHL News / Yardbarker / 7 hours ago

Five players who could help swing the 2024 Stanley Cup Final

There are players who could swing the series in one direction or another, and it may not always be in a positive direction for their respective team.

Five reasons why the Florida Panthers will win the Stanley Cup

...and why the Oilers will win

Five crucial statistics that define the 2024 Stanley Cup Final

Coaching, playoff experience among intangibles to watch in Cup Final

Stanley Cup Final predictions, odds, picks: Best bets for Oilers vs. Panthers

Zach Hyman News / Oilersnation / 9 hours ago

Zach Hyman remembers watching Oilers and Hurricanes in 2006 Final: ‘This building is crazy’

Ask any Oilers fan about the 2005-06 season, and you’ll quickly find yourself caught in a story similar to the one Grandpa Simpson gave in The Simpsons episode Lemon of Troy.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / 2 hours ago

Oilers’ Stanley Cup Run: A Result of Crucial Staff Changes

The Edmonton Oilers have made some pivotal staff changes throughout the season. Two have had huge impacts and been instrumental in helping the Oilers make

NHL News / Oilersnation / 1 hour ago

Panthers have yet to face a team like the Oilers

Is Florida the best team Edmonton will face in the playoffs? I’d say yes, even though Dallas was close, but Edmonton is the best team, by far, that Florida will face when you look at some 5×5 and special teams’ statistical categories.

NHL News / Oilersnation / 32 minutes ago

Comparing the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers at even-strength

It’s astonishing that it’s taken the Edmonton Oilers ownership and different management groups this long to finally win a team-level award. It’s a massive

Edmonton Oilers News / ClutchPoints / 12 hours ago

Edmonton Oilers bold predictions for Stanley Cup Final vs. Panthers

The Edmonton Oilers have made it to the Stanley Cup Final and depending on what side of the fence you look at it from, it was either a long time coming or a complete surprise.

NHL News / SI.com / 12 hours ago

Oilers vs. Panthers NHL Expert Prediction and Odds for Stanley Cup Final Game 1

The Edmonton Oilers are four wins away from ending Canada's Stanley Cup drought. The country is seeking its first NHL Championship since 1993 when the Montreal Canadiens were able to win it all.

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / 12 hours ago

Coming to Oilers Best Decision of Zach Hyman’s Life

As the 2024 Stanley Cup Final approaches, former Toronto Maple Leaf and current Edmonton Oilers’ forward Zach Hyman had the chance to reflect on the decision that saw him leave Toronto in the summer of 2021.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 13 hours ago

Oilers’ Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl set to be featured in behind-the-scenes documentary

The Edmonton Oilers’ dynamic duo are taking their talents on the ice off the ice and are being featured in a new documentary series created by the producers of “Drive to Survive.” The untitled project, done by Box To Box Films and picked up by Prime Video, has already been filming.

Stuart Skinner News / NHL Rumors / 13 hours ago

Stuart Skinner is Rising Up for the Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers goaltending has been highly criticized during these playoffs. However, the fact remains that the Oilers are heading back to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006, and Stuart Skinner is a big reason why.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / 4 hours ago

Former Canadiens Kulak & Perry in Stanley Cup Final Together…Again

It seems like ages ago now that Arturri Lehkonen scored the Montreal Canadiens’ overtime series-winning goal on Quebec’s National Day no less. That night, the Canadiens won their first and only Clarence Campbell Bowl.

Duncan Keith News / Bleacher Nation / 16 hours ago

Duncan Keith’s Influence in Edmonton, TV Rankings, Draft Needs, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Apparently a former Blackhawks star has helped an Oilers defenseman become one in these playoffs.

Kris Knoblauch News / Full Press Hockey / 14 hours ago

Kris Knoblauch Pushing All Right Buttons for the Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006. This is a remarkable story, considering the Oilers’ season’s ups and downs.

Zach Hyman News / Inside The Rink / 5 hours ago

Can Zach Hyman Break the Playoff Goal Record?

Zach Hyman is just 5 goals away from tying the NHL playoff goal record, currently held by Jari Kurri and Reggie Leach, at 19 goals in a single playoff run.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / 16 hours ago

Florida writer slights Connor McDavid in attempted mic-drop moment

What is a generational talent? Typically, it is defined as a talent better than good. It’s a talent that is so good, that he/she stands out as among the very best in a 10 (or so) year span.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / 22 hours ago

Who has the edge defensively in Cup final between Oilers, Panthers?

The 2024 Stanley Cup Final is quickly approaching as the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers get set for what should be a very entertaining series. While there’s certainly a ton of offensive firepower between the two clubs, defense wins championships.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / 22 hours ago

Five reasons why the Oilers will win the Stanley Cup

It’s safe to say not many saw the Oilers’ run to the Stanley Cup Final coming back around Thanksgiving when the team was 5-12-1 and had just fired head coach Jay Woodcroft.

...and why the Panthers will win

Aleksander Barkov may have more at stake than Connor McDavid

P.K. Subban says this one thing will decide the Stanley Cup champion

NHL bets: Our favorite picks to win the Conn Smythe ahead of final

Three series-long Stanley Cup series props to consider

Stuart Skinner News / Daily Faceoff / June 5

How Stuart Skinner has been able to bounce back and lead the Edmonton Oilers

Of the many reasons the Edmonton Oilers are in the Stanley Cup Final, one would certainly not have been on anyone’s radar a couple of weeks ago. When the Oilers fell behind the Vancouver Canucks, 2-1, in the Pacific Division Final, Stuart Skinner was replaced by Calvin Pickard after some poor play.

Evan Bouchard News / Daily Faceoff / June 5

2024 Conn Smythe Trophy power rankings: Evan Bouchard leads the way entering the Stanley Cup Final

Three rounds down, one to go. Only two teams remain in this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs. Starting on Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers will go head-to-head in a fierce battle for what would be a long-awaited championship for both teams.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 5

NHL bets: Our favorite picks for the Conn Smythe ahead of the Stanley Cup Final

Things have changed a bit in the Conn Smythe market since the beginning of the Conference Finals, and it's time to take stock of the board and consider angles to wager on before Game 1 Saturday night.

Stanley Cup Final betting preview: Who will hoist the Cup?

NHL bets: Connor McDavid prop bets ahead of the Stanley Cup Final

NHL props: Will there be a shutout in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final?

Edmonton Oilers News / Last Word On Sports / June 5

Analyzing Edmonton Oilers Goaltender Playoff Stats

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Playoff Finals, one area of strength is in goal. Yes, Stuart Skinner’s playoff stats have been susceptible to inconsistencies, but he has seemed to have found his game.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4