Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 15, 2024

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Jun 15, 2024 9:10 AM
As the Florida Panthers stand one win away from capturing their first Stanley Cup championship, they're approaching Game 4 with a calm and businesslike demeanor, treating it like just another regular season matchup. The Panthers will face off against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 8:00 PM, aiming to sweep the series and hoist the coveted Cup. With a 3-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final, Florida is poised to make history.
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Panthers vs Oilers statistics

Stat Panthers Oilers
Goals For per Game 3.23 3.56
Goals Against per Game 2.42 2.88
Shots per Game 33.7 33.8
Shots Against per Game 27.8 28.1
Power Play Goals 63 64
Power Play Goals Against 51 53
Short Handed Goals 8 7
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 1106 780
Power Play Percentage 23.5 26.3
Penalty Kill Percentage 82.5 79.5

Edmonton Oilers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/13/24 vs Florida Panthers L 4-3
6/10/24 @ Florida Panthers L 4-1
6/8/24 @ Florida Panthers L 3-0
6/2/24 vs Dallas Stars W 2-1
5/31/24 @ Dallas Stars W 3-1

Florida Panthers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/13/24 @ Edmonton Oilers W 4-3
6/10/24 vs Edmonton Oilers W 4-1
6/8/24 vs Edmonton Oilers W 3-0
6/1/24 vs New York Rangers W 2-1
5/30/24 @ New York Rangers W 3-2

Panthers vs Oilers predictions

As the Florida Panthers gear up for what could be a historic night at Rogers Place, all eyes are on their key players, especially Sam Reinhart and Matthew Tkachuk. Reinhart, with his impressive 57 goals this season, has been nothing short of sensational and is expected to play a crucial role in this pivotal game. Although Tkachuk's day-to-day status might be causing a bit of nail-biting, his 62 assists this season have proven he's a vital part of the Panther's offensive machinery. Their performances in Game 4 will be instrumental in dictating the pace and possibly the outcome of the game.

On the flip side, the Edmonton Oilers aren’t just going to roll over. Connor McDavid, despite also being listed as day-to-day, has been a force of nature all season with 132 points. His ability to turn the game on its head cannot be underestimated, and if he’s anywhere near full health, he’ll be the one to watch. Alongside him, Zach Hyman has also been pivotal for the Oilers. With 54 goals to his name, Hyman's presence on the ice is bound to be influential, making him another critical factor in Edmonton's fight to avoid a sweep.

Taking all of this into account, the match promises to be a nail-biter. Given the pressure and the high stakes, the Panthers, with their consistent performance and the edge of having Reinhart fully fit, might just have the upper hand. However, with McDavid's game-changing potential, the Oilers are far from out. It's a tough call, but if Tkachuk manages to hit the ice at near full capacity, the Panthers could very well clinch the championship in this sweeping victory. Either way, fans are in for an exhilarating clash on the ice. What do you think? Can the Panthers pull off this historic sweep?

Edmonton Oilers injuries

  • Darnell Nurse (D): Day-To-Day
  • Sam Carrick (C): Day-To-Day
  • Troy Stecher (D): Out
  • Adam Henrique (C): Day-To-Day
  • Leon Draisaitl (C): Day-To-Day

Florida Panthers injuries

  • Aleksander Barkov (C): Day-To-Day
  • Sam Bennett (C): Day-To-Day
  • Ryan Lomberg (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Aaron Ekblad (D): Day-To-Day
  • Oliver Ekman-Larsson (D): Day-To-Day

Panthers vs Oilers game info

Venue Rogers Place
Location Edmonton, AB
Puck drop Sat 8:00 PM
TV ABC

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