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Six Thoughts on the Oilers Heading into Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final

With a 5-2 loss on Saturday night, the Edmonton Oilers are on the verge of elimination in the Stanley Cup Finals. It’s been yet another roller-coaster of a series for Edmonton.

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With everything on the line -- again -- all eyes are on the Edmonton crease for Tuesday's Game 6.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 15

Oilers’ Tough Lineup Decisions That Have to Be Made for Do-or-Die Game 6

The Edmonton Oilers have fallen behind in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final as they head toward Game 6 down 3-2 to the Florida Panthers. They will have some tough decisions to make heading into their next game as they try to save their season and avoid losing to the Panthers for a second straight campaign.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15

Oilers not committing to starting goalie for Game 6 vs. Panthers

The Edmonton Oilers are officially on the ropes after a disastrous performance in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers on Saturday night.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / June 15

Paul Bissonnette Obliterates the Oilers to Pieces After Horrendous Game 5 in Edmonton

NHL on TNT analyst Paul Bissonnette shredded the Edmonton Oilers after their frustrating loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final on Saturday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 15

Oilers vs. Panthers – Game 5: A Tactical Review

The Oilers’ loss in Game 5 was the very definition of a “team loss.” From goaltending and defence to offensive execution and coaching decisions, the entire team struggled to rise to the occasion when it mattered most.

Kris Knoblauch News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Oilers' Kris Knoblauch Offers Head-Scratching Comments on Goalie Issue

The Edmonton Oilers dropped Game 5 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final to the Florida Panthers. From the start of the game, Florida looked very much in control and used that to grab a massive 3-2 series lead over the Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 15

Lifeless Oilers put forward embarrassing effort at home in Game 5

Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals in your home barn on a Saturday night, only 48 hours after mounting a once-in-a-century comeback against the team that stole Lord Stanley’s Mug from underneath you last spring.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / June 15

History Predicts Oilers' End is Near

History is not on the Edmonton Oilers' side as they now face a 3-2 series deficit in the Stanley Cup Finals against the Florida Panthers. The Oilers battled hard in Game 4 to tie the series at 2-2, but Florida dominated Game 5, snatching the momentum and series advantage in the process.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15

Edmonton Oilers most to blame for Stanley Cup Final Game 5 dud vs. Panthers

The Edmonton Oilers lost 5-2 in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final and now find themselves one loss away from a second consecutive final loss to the Florida Panthers.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 15

Game 5: Oilers Fall Flat Again, Down 3-2 in Stanley Cup Final

The Edmonton Oilers find themselves on the brink of elimination after a lifeless 5-2 defeat to the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 15

Oilers have no room for error left in Stanley Cup Final

Though the path to get here was different this time around, the Edmonton Oilers are right back where they were last year — One loss away from watching the Florida Panthers lift the Stanley Cup.

Jake Walman News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15

Oilers’ Jake Walman makes bold guarantee after Stanley Cup Final Game 5 disaster

The Edmonton Oilers had recovered home-ice advantage in the Stanley Cup Final with an improbable Game 4 comeback, beating the Florida Panthers in overtime after being down 3-0 after one period.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 15

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 5-2 Loss Against Panthers in Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final

The Edmonton Oilers hosted the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, with the series tied at two. This was a big game for the home side because they didn’t want to go to Florida down 3-2 with a chance for them to win the Cup in front of their fans.

NHL News / Oilersnation / June 15

Another bad game by the Oilers, the power play struggles, and a Stanley Cup elimination game in Florida

After a heroic comeback win in Game 4 to even the series, the Stanley Cup Final became a best-of-three series, with the winner of Game 5 needing only one more win to claim the Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Oilers Coach Addresses Goalie Situation After Game 5 Decision Backfires

The Edmonton Oilers' goaltending situation remains unsettled heading into Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final following a decisive 5–2 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 5.

Kevin Bieksa News / Blade of Steel / June 15

Kevin Bieksa Fires Shots at Oilers After Embarrassing Game 5 Blowout

The Edmonton Oilers put up a disappointing performance in Game 5, and after the game, former NHLer Kevin Bieksa blasted them for it. After an impressive comeback from 3-0 down in Game 4 to tie this series at 2-2, the Edmonton Oilers let their home fans down with a poor performance in Game 5, as they were blown out of the water to fall 5-2.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / June 15

NHL Makes Historic Connor McDavid Announcement Amid Stanley Cup Final

The Edmonton Oilers didn’t get the result they wanted in Game 5, falling 5–2 to the Florida Panthers and slipping to the brink of elimination in the Stanley Cup Final. In slightly better news amid their defeat, team captain Connor McDavid reached another historic milestone on Saturday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15

Stanley Cup Final Game 5 takeaways: Panthers close to history

Stanley Cup Final Game 5 takeaways: Panthers one win away from history

The Florida Panthers are one win away from another championship after Saturday's 5-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers to take a 3-2 series lead. Here are some key takeaways from their Game 5 win.

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Ty Emberson News / The Hockey Writers / June 14

Oilers’ Ty Emberson Might Be On Outside Looking In for 2025-26 Season

The Edmonton Oilers are currently focused on winning their first Stanley Cup since 1990, but when the offseason comes and free agency comes around, they will have to shift gears onto the 2025-26 season and try to make sure they’re in contention for a championship again.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / June 14

McDavid Says to Expect a Big Change for Oilers in Game 5

Edmonton Oilers’ captain Connor McDavid is expecting a big change for the team tonight as the team steps on the ice for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 14

Despite benching, we might not have seen the last of Oilers goalkeeper

In a postseason run that has been anything but ordinary, chances are the saga isn't over yet.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 14

Oilers’ Viktor Arvidsson in lineup for Game 5, Kasperi Kapanen out

A notable change down the lineup for the Edmonton Oilers heading into a crucial game. During morning skate in the lead-up to Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, it was revealed that forward Viktor Arvidsson will re-enter the lineup in place of Kasperi Kapanen.

Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / June 14

Calvin Pickard Set to Start Game 5, Plus Other Oilers Changes

Calvin Pickard appears to be getting the nod for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, as he took reps in the starter’s net during the Edmonton Oilers’ morning skate on Saturday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 13