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Stanley Cup Final Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers Game 2 Preview, Prediction, and Betting Odds

Can the Panthers even the series in game 2?

Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

With game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final all done and dusted, the Edmonton Oilers have struck first, taking the series lead 1-0. However, there is still plenty to play for as both teams regroup ahead of the all-important game 2.

The advantage of playing at home played a crucial role in the Oilers’ game 1 win, as they rallied from a 2-goal deficit to come back and force overtime with Leon Draisaitl netting the game-winner from a Connor McDavid assist with just 31 seconds left on the clock.

LEON DRAISAITL WINS GAME 1 IN @ENERGIZER OVERTIME FOR THE EDMONTON OILERS‼️ #StanleyCup pic.twitter.com/sFdPUR6WcP
— NHL (@NHL) June 5, 2025

Game 2 of the series continues at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, at 8:00 PM ET, where the Oilers will look to extend their lead, while the Panthers will be out to even the score before the action shifts to Sunrise, Florida.

Stanley Cup Final Oilers vs. Panthers Game 2 Preview

Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final was a tight and closely fought affair, with both teams having their chances. The Oilers got good production from their stars, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, but their depth players will have to step up more as the series progresses. Despite McDavid and Draisaitl’s involvement in big goals, they weren’t as dominant as they would have liked.

The Panthers spent a lot of the time in their own end as game 1 progressed. This is something Florida will have to address quickly. Moreover, the Panthers took their foot off the pedal after going up 3-1, and that is something they do not normally do. As a matter of fact, they had a 31-0 record in the past three postseasons when they led in the first or second period.

Oilers in OT:

Game 4 vs LAK: Draisaitl scored
Game 2 vs VGK: Draisaitl scored
Game 5 vs VGK: Draisaitl assisted
Game 1 vs FLA: Draisaitl scored pic.twitter.com/3SzmlpyXRC
— DraftKings Sportsbook (@DKSportsbook) June 5, 2025

Stanley Cup Final Game 2 Oilers vs. Panthers Prediction

The Panthers generally play better after a loss, as has been witnessed plenty of times in the recent past. Expect them to come out and take the game to the Oilers. Game 1 saw a lot of icing from the Panthers, which is something they will want to rectify in Game 2.

The Oilers will continue to have home ice advantage in the second game as well, and that could play a major part once again. Moreover, Edmonton has learned from its mistakes from last year’s Final, and that experience will help them as it did in Game 1.

Prediction: Oilers take 2-0 lead.

Stanley Cup Final Game 2 Betting Odds

According to the moneyline for Game 2, the Oilers are once the favorites, but this time the gap has increased slightly. McDavid and Draisaitl will be the main reasons Edmonton is the favorite, being the best two players in the game currently, but also the Oilers’ better depth play and home advantage are key points.

Edmonton Oilers: 5/4

Draw: 3/1

Florida Panthers: 33/20

(According to BetMGM)

2025 Stanley Cup Final

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