NHL: Stanley Cup Finals — Oilers vs. Panthers Picks, Series Schedule, and Odds

Just two teams remain in Stanley Cup contention, with the seven-game series once again featuring the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers for the second successive season.

The Oilers will have home ice advantage for game one on Wednesday, but the Panthers could be challenging to bet against, as they bid for a repeat success. You can find the Stanley Cup final odds, series schedule, and picks here.

Series Odds

Oilers vs. Panthers Series Schedule

Oilers vs. Panthers: Head-to-Head Record

This year’s Stanley Cup Finals marks a repeat of the 2024 series. Last year, the Panthers won each of the opening three games between the teams, before being forced to a game seven after defeats in the following three.

However, they would land Stanley Cup success with victory in game seven. The Panthers have also won each of the two regular season encounters between the teams this season.

Season Overview

Oilers Route to Stanley Cup Finals

The Oilers have been dominant throughout the NHL playoffs this season, reaching the Western Conference Finals following wins over the Los Angeles Kings and Vegas Golden Knights.

Their spot in the Stanley Cup finals was achieved after a straightforward series against the Dallas Stars, earning progression in five games.

Panthers Route to Stanley Cup Finals

The Panthers will be aiming to repeat their Stanley Cup-winning series against the Oilers for the second straight year. Florida have shown their battling qualities throughout the playoffs to this point, beating the Toronto Maple Leafs in a seven-game thriller in the second round.

They found life more straightforward in the previous round after beating the Carolina Hurricanes in five games.

Oilers vs. Panthers Series Picks

A fascinating rematch of last year’s Stanley Cup finals is set for this year, and it could be a perfect opportunity for the Oilers to avenge their seven-game heartbreak in 2024.

Edmonton will have the important home ice advantage in the first two games, and victories in both will put them in a strong position. We could foresee them winning the Stanley Cup in five games in 2025.