The Florida Panthers put on a commanding performance in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals, defeating the Edmonton Oilers with a resounding score of 6-1. This victory now gives the Panthers a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series, putting them in a favorable position as they aim to defend their championship title.
Leading the charge for the Panthers were Brad Marchand and Sam Bennett, who continued their impressive goal-scoring streak in the final series. Marchand, at 37 years old, made history by becoming the oldest player to score in each of the first three games of a Stanley Cup final. His veteran presence and scoring prowess have been instrumental in the Panthers’ success thus far.
Additionally, Sam Reinhart and Carter Verhaeghe contributed to the Panthers’ offensive onslaught by each netting their first goals of the final series. The team capitalized on the Oilers’ subpar performance, seizing control of the game early on and maintaining their lead throughout the matchup.
With this convincing win, the Panthers have firmly established themselves as the team to beat in this year’s Stanley Cup Finals. As the series progresses, all eyes will be on both teams as they battle it out for hockey’s most coveted prize.
References:
– “2025 Stanley Cup Final odds, NHL player props, picks: Panthers vs. Oilers Game 3 best bets by top hockey model” from CBSSports.com Headlines
– “Stanley Cup final: Panthers score six in Game 3 demolition of Oilers to take series lead” from US sports | The Guardian
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