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Facing elimination, Oilers undecided on Game 6 goaltender
Before the Edmonton Oilers face potential elimination in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday night, head coach Kris Knoblauch wants more time to decide on a starting goaltender.,"Ultimately, it's who we feel is in the best position to win us a game. It about who's looking really good at that ...

Oilers facing must-win situation on Florida's home ice in Game 6
The Edmonton Oilers have their backs against the wall again.,They'll need to win Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday night in Sunrise, Fla., to avoid watching the Florida Panthers celebrate a championship on their home ice for a second consecutive year.,Edmonton was in an even more perilous s...
Florida Panthers Dominate Oilers, Move Closer to Stanley Cup Repeat
The Florida Panthers are one win away from their second straight Stanley Cup after a dominant 5-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5....

Panthers top Oilers to move one win away from second straight Cup
Brad Marchand scored twice for the Florida Panthers, who moved a win away from repeating as Stanley Cup champions with a 5-2 win in Game 5 against the host Edmonton Oilers on Saturday.,Eetu Luostarinen had a goal and an assist, and Sergei Bobrovsky made 19 saves for the Panthers, who can clinch the ...

Oilers starting G Calvin Pickard in Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final
After playing an instrumental role in the Edmonton Oilers' 5-4 overtime win in Game 4 on Thursday to even the Stanley Cup Final, goaltender Calvin Pickard will start Saturday's pivotal Game 5 against the visiting Florida Panthers.,In relief of Stuart Skinner, who gave up three goals in the first per...

Oilers look to ride momentum into Game 5 vs. Panthers in even series
The Edmonton Oilers could have returned home a loss away from falling to the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final for a second straight year.,Instead, they have a chance to put themselves one win away from a championship when they host the Panthers for Game 5 on Saturday.,It didn't look like th...
2025 Stanley Cup Final Proving That Sequels Can Be Better
The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers are delivering a thrilling rematch in the Stanley Cup Final, with dramatic comebacks, overtime winners, and the promise of an unforgettable finish....

Oilers' Jeff Skinner, Troy Stecher to play in Game 4
Forward Jeff Skinner and defenseman Troy Stecher will draw back into the lineup for the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers in Sunrise, Fla.,Per head coach Kris Knoblauch, Skinner will replace Viktor Arvidsson and Stecher will draw in for...

Panthers prepared for Oilers' best in crucial Game 4
The Edmonton Oilers showed their disdain for losing with some late-game antics in Monday's Game 3 loss to the Florida Panthers.,Now, the Oilers must find a way to turn their angst into a victory or risk falling into a dangerously deep hole when they resume the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday in Sunris...
Puck Stops Here: Oilers’ Only Option To Survive in Florida Is Defense
The Edmonton Oilers face a crucial Game 4 after a tough loss to the Florida Panthers, needing improved defense and goaltending to stay alive in the Stanley Cup Final....

Greenland rejected for CONCACAF membership
CONCACAF unanimously rejected Greenland's application for membership on Monday.,The governing body made the decision at its extraordinary congress before this month's Gold Cup.,"Furthermore, based on a thorough assessment conducted by the Concacaf administration and Council, and in accordance with t...

Oilers' Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (undisclosed injury) game-time call for Game 3
Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch said Sunday that Ryan Nugent-Hopkins will be a game-time decision for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday against the host Florida Panthers.,The Oilers did not disclose Nugent-Hopkins' injury. The forward missed Sunday's practice.,"We think (he'll be availa...

Panthers, Oilers to feast on Finals intensity in Game 3
The difference between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers has been razor thin through the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final.,Each side has an overtime victory heading to Game 3 on Monday night in Sunrise, Fla., leaving the best-of-seven series tied 1-1.,"They're very intense games," Pan...

Panthers D Aaron Ekblad (hand) participates in practice
Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad participated in an optional practice session on Sunday morning, one day ahead of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final in Sunrise, Fla.,Ekblad sustained an injured left hand after he was hit by a shot from Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse during the second ...

MLB-backed pro softball league opens play with a bang
Erin Coffel delivered a two-run triple in the third inning to help the Bandits post a 3-1 victory over the Talons on Saturday in the inaugural day of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League.,Sierra Sacco of the Talons belted the first homer in league history in the contest played in Rosemont, Ill.,Ma...

WR Chris Conley retires from NFL to attend film school
Wide receiver Chris Conley is retiring from the NFL after 10 seasons to pursue a career as a filmmaker. ,Conley's second act will begin by attending film school at his alma mater Georgia, his agent Jonathan Perzley told NFL Network on Saturday.,Conley appeared in 132 games (65 starts) with five team...

Panthers hope to use 1-0 Final deficit to their advantage vs. Oilers
The defending champion Florida Panthers are not on the ropes, but they are well aware they need to counter-punch when they visit the Edmonton Oilers for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final on Friday.,Florida appeared to have the series opener in hand when they held a 3-1 lead early in the second period,...

Stanley Cup Final G1: Panthers-Oilers Preview, Props & Prediction
The 2025 Stanley Cup Final begins Wednesday night in Edmonton, with the Oilers seeking to atone for last year's seven-game finals loss at the hands of the Florida Panthers.,While the Panthers are seeking to repeat, the Oilers opened as series favorites at many sportsbooks. But winning Game 1 at home...

Oilers' 'complete focus' is on keeping Panthers from Stanley Cup repeat
Edmonton Oilers superstar captain Connor McDavid addressed the big picture of what lies ahead for his team as it prepares for a rematch with the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final.,Several feet behind McDavid, however, was a big picture of Florida alternate captain Matthew Tkachuk celebrating...
You Can Stop Waiting: Connor McDavid’s Time Is Now
Connor McDavid’s legacy awaits its final jewel. With a deeper Edmonton Oilers squad and revenge on the table, the Stanley Cup is finally within reach....