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USA Today
16-06-2025
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- USA Today
Panthers vs. Oilers: How Florida, Edmonton can win Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final
Panthers vs. Oilers: How Florida, Edmonton can win Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final Show Caption Hide Caption NHL rescue dogs, all available for adoption, compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup 32 adorable rescue puppies representing each NHL team will compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup, airing June 6 on TruTV and Sportsnet! The Florida Panthers can wrap up their second consecutive Stanley Cup title with a home victory on Tuesday, June 17. The Edmonton Oilers will try to force a Game 7 for the second season in a row. The Panthers won Game 5 on June 14 to break a 2-2 tie in the best-of-seven Stanley Cup Final. Teams that have done that have won the championship 19 of the previous 26 times. If the Panthers win Game 6, they'll celebrate again in front of their home fans. If the Oilers win, Game 7 will be on Friday, June 20 in Edmonton, Alberta. Here's a look at what each team needs to do to win Game 6: How Florida Panthers can win Game 6 Repeat Game 5 performance: The Panthers put on a defensive gem in Game 5, holding the high-flying Oilers to three shots in the first period and 21 shots overall. The Oilers didn't score in the 5-2 Panthers win until the third period when they were down 3-0. Get the early lead: They've outscored the Oilers 7-0 in the first period over the last three games. It didn't help them in Game 4 as Edmonton staged a major rally. But it's easier for the Panthers to play their style when they have the lead. Take advantage of the last line change: The Panthers are best when rolling lines. But they should try to get center Aleksander Barkov and defenseman Gustav Forsling out against Connor McDavid when possible, especially when the Oilers use McDavid and Leon Draisaitl together. How Edmonton Oilers can win Game 6 Remember last year: The Oilers, who fell behind 3-0 in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final, dug down and won three consecutive games before losing in Game 7. They only have to win two in a row this year for their first title since 1990. They have it in them. Stay out of the penalty box: The Oilers were short-handed four times in the first period of Game 3 and three times in the first period of Game 4. They gave up a combined three power-play goals. They were more disciplined in Game 5. Key an eye on Brad Marchand: The 37-year-old has been spectacular in the Panthers' wins. He had two breakaway goals in Game 2, including in overtime. He scored 56 seconds into Game 3. He scored twice in Game 5, splitting the Oilers defense off a faceoff win at center ice for his first goal. He scored his second goal after a high-skilled move around defenseman Jake Walman. Stanley Cup Final schedule Panthers lead series 3-2 All times Eastern; (x-if necessary) How to stream Stanley Cup Final Stanley Cup Final games can be streamed on Sling TV and Max.
USA Today
13-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Panthers vs. Oilers live updates: Score, highlights from Stanley Cup Finals Game 4
Panthers vs. Oilers live updates: Score, highlights from Stanley Cup Finals Game 4 Show Caption Hide Caption NHL rescue dogs, all available for adoption, compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup 32 adorable rescue puppies representing each NHL team will compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup, airing June 6 on TruTV and Sportsnet! Every game is important in a championship round, but Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final seems to be pivotal. If the Florida Panthers win, they take a commanding 3-1 series lead and would need one more victory to secure their second consecutive Stanley Cup title. If the Edmonton Oilers win, they tie the series and regain home-ice advantage. The Oilers, who were routed 6-1 in a penalty-filled Game 3, have lost two in a row for the second time in the playoffs. When they did that in the first round, they reeled off four consecutive wins to oust the Los Angeles Kings. Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch will make two lineup changes, bringing in forward Jeff Skinner and defenseman Troy Stecher. Forward Viktor Arvidsson and defenseman John Klingberg will come out of the lineup. Stuart Skinner will start in net after being pulled in Game 3. USA TODAY is providing live updates for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. Follow along: Leon Draisaitl scores his fourth overtime goal of the 2025 playoffs, a record. Series is tied 2-2. Score still tied. Leon Draisaitl and Brad Marchand have the OT goals in this series. Jake Walman gives Edmonton the lead, but the Oilers can't close it out. The Panthers press with Sergei Bobrovsky out of the net for an extra skater and Sam Reinhart scores from a tough angle to force overtime. Sam Reinhart ties the game with 19.5 seconds left as the Panthers finally beat Calvin Pickard. We're headed to overtime for the third time this series. Panthers have extra skater. About two minutes left. Defenseman Jake Walman rips a shot to Sergei Bobrovsky's glove side for Edmonton's first lead of the game at 13:36 of the third period. Sam Bennett goes off for tripping. Sergei Bobrovsky stretches out to make a pad save on Corey Perry in tight. Penalty is killed. About 10 minutes left in the third period. Panthers have 89 seconds of a power play to start the period. Oilers kill it off. The Oilers had no answers for the Panthers in the first period. The opposite happened in the second period as the Oilers storm back to tie the game. Sergei Bobrovsky doesn't look good on the second goal. Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch's decision to insert backup goalie Calvin Pickard pays off as he stops Anton Lundell after a turnover when the score was 3-1. Shots were 17-10 Edmonton in that period. Leon Draisaitl goes off for elbowing. Calvin Pickard makes a save on Aaron Ekblad and 1:29 of the power play will carry into the third period. Evan Bouchard goes down after he's hit from behind by Carter Verhaeghe. No penalty called. TNT reports that Bouchard heads to the dressing room. Vasily Podkolzin ties it up after Darnell Nurse goes behind the net and throws the puck in front. Oilers have all the momentum. Aleksander Barkov, a penalty killer, is called for delay of game after putting the puck over the glass. Florida kills it off but Sergei Bobrovsky has to make a pad save as Connor McDavid enters the zone with speed and gets around Aaron Ekblad. Darnell Nurse beats Sergei Bobrovsky up high from the left faceoff circle. The Oilers goalie hasn't been tested much since entering the game at the start of the second period, but he comes up big after an Anton Lundell steal and breakaway. Dmitry Kulikov called for holding the stick. Edmonton can pull within a goal here. The Oilers get some good looks but Sergei Bobrovsky stops Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. Penalty is killed. Oilers strike quickly on the power play on a Ryan Nugent-Hopkins goal. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl get assists after being held off the scoresheet in Game 3. Sam Bennett slashes Evan Bouchard as he breaks in toward the net. 3-0 Panthers. Oilers will need to stay out of the penalty box. Stuart Skinner is out. Calvin Pickard is in. Skinner wasn't at fault there, but Oilers must be trying to shake things up. Dominant period by Florida, and penalties again cost the Oilers as Matthew Tkachuk gets two power-play goals. The first was on a 5-on-3. The Anton Lundell goal with 42 seconds left was a killer. Tkachuk gets his first goals of the series and Aleksander Barkov picks up his first points. Shots were 17-7 Florida. Stuart Skinner played well but it's too much of a barrage. Carter Verhaeghe checks Troy Stecher and feeds Anton Lundell in front. Did the referees miss a high stick there by Verhaeghe? Matthew Tkachuk scores again on the power play. He passes to Sam Reinhart and then puts in the rebound of a Reinhart shot. Another assist for Aleksander Barkov. Mattias Ekholm high sticks Brad Marchand. Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are in their hockey era. Kelce, star tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, and Swift, a 14-time Grammy winner, traded in a football for a hockey puck on Thursday and traveled to Sunrise, Florida, for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers. The duo was spotted walking to their suite at Amerant Bank Arena as nearby fans applauded. Kelce donned a red long-sleeve shirt and matching shorts, which he paired with a baseball cap and pair of white sneakers. Swift opted for an all-white, two-piece getup that she paired with white heeled boots and her signature red lip. - Cydney Henderson The Panthers need just four seconds to score on the 5-on-3. After an Aleksander Barkov faceoff win, Mathew Tkachuk gets in position and beats Stuart Skinner through a screen at 11:42. That's Barkov's first point of the series. Oilers kill off second penalty. Evander Kane is called for high-sticking A.J. Greer. Kane got into penalty trouble in the last game. And it will be 62-second 5-on-3 after Darnell Nurse takes down Aleksander Barkov. Shots are 8-1 Florida early. Stuart Skinner is keep Edmonton into the game. Stuart Skinner robs Sam Bennett. He's looking good early. Connor McDavid line vs. Aleksander Barkov line. Connor Brown, new to the McDavid line, sets up his captain for a good opportunity but Sergei Bobrovsky stops him. When is Stanley Cup Final Game 4? Panthers vs. Oilers game time The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers will face off Thursday, June 12, at 8 p.m. ET at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. What TV channel is Panthers vs. Oilers Game 4 on? TNT and truTV are broadcasting Game 4 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final. Kenny Albert will provide play-by-play, while Eddie Olczyk, Brian Boucher, Darren Pang and Jackie Redmond will provide analysis and reporting. Stream the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on Sling How to watch Panthers vs. Oilers Game 4 Date: Thursday, June 12 Thursday, June 12 Location: Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida Time: 8 p.m. ET 8 p.m. ET TV: TNT, truTV TNT, truTV Streaming: Max, Sling TV The NHL roster report shows that Edmonton will start the Connor McDavid line and Florida will counter with the Aleksander Barkov line. In addition to adding Jeff Skinner and Troy Stecher to the lineup, the Oilers are moving Connor Brown to the top line and moving Corey Perry down. The defense pairings will also be changed. Panthers' Sergei Bobrovsky (14-6, 2.15 goals-against average, .916 save percentage) vs. Oilers' Stuart Skinner (7-6, 2.84, .894). Skinner, who was pulled in Game 3, is 6-0 in Game 4s during his playoff career. Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets became the first goalie to win the Hart Trophy since Carey Price in 2014-15. His 47 wins ranked tied for second all-time and he had a league-best 2.00 goals-against average and eight shutouts. He finished second with a .925 save percentage. Hellebuyck, who also won the Vezina Trophy, received 81 first-place votes and 1,346 total points. Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl was runner-up with 53 first-place votes and 1,209 points. Tampa Bay's Nikita Kucherov (973 points) was the other finalist. The Panthers have 11 players with double-digit points, led by Sam Bennett (20), Carter Verhaeghe (19) and Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk (18 each). Bennett is the playoffs' leading goal scorer with 14. The Oilers have the top three scorers in the series: Connor McDavid has a league-best 31 points, followed by Leon Draisaitl (29) and Evan Bouchard (22). Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch is adding forward Jeff Skinner and defenseman Troy Stecher to the lineup. Forward Viktor Arvidsson and defenseman John Klingberg are coming out. "We felt like we could use a change and have those guys come in and give us a boost," he said. "We've seen it through the playoffs where we've made alterations to our lineup and it's benefited us." Edmonton's Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had been considered a game-time decision on June 11 but indications are that he is in. "I still feel good right now," he told reporters in the morning. He played a little more than 15 minutes in Game 3. All odds via BetMGM (as of Thursday, June 12, 3 p.m. ET) Spread: Panthers by 1.5 Panthers by 1.5 Moneyline: Panthers -145; Oilers +125 Panthers -145; Oilers +125 Over/Under: 6.5 Oilers +200 Panthers -250 All times Eastern; (x-if necessary)
USA Today
12-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Winnipeg Jets' Connor Hellebuyck is MVP, wins NHL's Hart, Vezina Trophy
Winnipeg Jets' Connor Hellebuyck is MVP, wins NHL's Hart, Vezina Trophy Show Caption Hide Caption NHL rescue dogs, all available for adoption, compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup 32 adorable rescue puppies representing each NHL team will compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup, airing June 6 on TruTV and Sportsnet! Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck picked up a rare double when he won both the Vezina Trophy (outstanding goaltender) and the Hart Trophy, the NHL's MVP award. It's his second consecutive Vezina and third overall, but it's just the fourth time that a goaltender has won the Hart Trophy during the league's post-1967 expansion era. Hellebuyck, the top U.S. goalie at the 4 Nations Face-Off, led the NHL with 47 victories, tied for second most in league history, as the Jets captured the first Presidents' Trophy (top regular-season record) in franchise history. He gave up two or fewer goals in 40 of 63 appearances and led the league (minimum 25 games played) in goals-against average (2.00) and shutouts (eight). He finished second in save percentage (.925). The most recent goalies to win the Hart Trophy were Carey Price (2014-15), Jose Theodore (2001-02) and Dominik Hasek (1996-97 and 1997-98). Hellebuyck is the first repeat Vezina winner since Hall of Famer Martin Brodeur in 2006-07 and 2007-08. The other Hart finalists were the Edmonton Oilers' Leon Draisaitl and Tampa Bay Lightning's Nikita Kucherov. The other Vezina finalists were the Los Angeles Kings' Darcy Kuemper and the Lightning's Andrei Vasilevskiy. Earlier in the day, Kings captain Anze Kopitar won the Lady Byng Trophy (sportsmanship) for the third time. He had 67 points in 81 games while having only four penalty minutes. Other NHL awards winners Ted Lindsay Award (most outstanding player): Kucherov Jack Adams Award (coach): Spencer Carbery, Washington Capitals Norris Trophy (defenseman): Cale Makar, Colorado Avalanche Calder Trophy (rookie): Lane Hutson, Montreal Canadiens Selke Trophy (defensive forward): Aleksander Barkov, Florida Panthers Masterton Trophy (perseverance): Sean Monahan, Columbus Blue Jackets King Clancy Trophy (humanitarian contribution): Barkov Mark Messier Leadership Award: Alex Ovechkin, Capitals
USA Today
12-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Stanley Cup Final live updates: Panthers vs. Oilers time, TV, odds for Game 4
Stanley Cup Final live updates: Panthers vs. Oilers time, TV, odds for Game 4 Show Caption Hide Caption NHL rescue dogs, all available for adoption, compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup 32 adorable rescue puppies representing each NHL team will compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup, airing June 6 on TruTV and Sportsnet! Every game is important in a championship round, but Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final seems to be pivotal. If the Florida Panthers win, they take a commanding 3-1 series lead and would need one more victory to secure their second consecutive Stanley Cup title. If the Edmonton Oilers win, they tie the series and regain home-ice advantage. The Oilers, who were routed 6-1 in a penalty-filled Game 3, have lost two in a row for the second time in the playoffs. When they did that in the first round, they reeled off four consecutive wins to oust the Los Angeles Kings. Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch will make two lineup changes, bringing in forward Jeff Skinner and defenseman Troy Stecher. Forward Viktor Arvidsson and defenseman John Klingberg will come out of the lineup. Stuart Skinner will start in net after being pulled in Game 3. USA TODAY is providing live updates for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. Follow along: When is Stanley Cup Final Game 4? Panthers vs. Oilers game time The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers will face off Thursday, June 12, at 8 p.m. ET at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. What TV channel is Panthers vs. Oilers Game 4 on? TNT and truTV are broadcasting Game 4 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final. Kenny Albert will provide play-by-play, while Eddie Olczyk, Brian Boucher, Darren Pang and Jackie Redmond will provide analysis and reporting. Stream the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on Sling How to watch Panthers vs. Oilers Game 4 Date: Thursday, June 12 Thursday, June 12 Location: Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida Time: 8 p.m. ET 8 p.m. ET TV: TNT, truTV TNT, truTV Streaming: Max, Sling TV All odds via BetMGM (as of Thursday, June 12, 3 p.m. ET) Spread: Panthers by 1.5 Panthers by 1.5 Moneyline: Panthers -145; Oilers +125 Panthers -145; Oilers +125 Over/Under: 6.5
USA Today
12-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Who will win NHL's Hart, Vezina trophies? How to watch NHL awards show
Who will win NHL's Hart, Vezina trophies? How to watch NHL awards show Show Caption Hide Caption NHL rescue dogs, all available for adoption, compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup 32 adorable rescue puppies representing each NHL team will compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup, airing June 6 on TruTV and Sportsnet! The NHL will announce the winner of the Hart Trophy (MVP) and Vezina Trophy (top goaltender) during an hourlong televised program on TNT, starting at 6 p.m. ET on June 12. Could the same person win both awards? Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck is the expected winner of the Vezina Trophy after recording 47 wins, tied for second all-time. He's also one of the three finalists for the Hart Trophy. No goalie has won the Hart Trophy since Carey Price in 2014-15. Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl and Tampa Bay Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov are the other Hart finalists. The Los Angeles Kings' Darcy Kuemper and Lightning's Andrei Vasilevskiy are the other Vezina finalists. Here's what to know about the NHL Awards show, including the finalists and how to watch: NHL Awards show: How to watch, stream Date: Thursday, June 12 Thursday, June 12 Time: 6 p.m. ET 6 p.m. ET TV: TNT TNT Streaming: Max, Sling TV Max, Sling TV Host: Actor Isaiah Mustafa Watch the Stanley Cup Final on Sling Hart Trophy finalists Who votes: Professional Hockey Writers Association Leon Draisaitl: Despite missing 11 games, he led the league with 52 goals. He set a single-season NHL record with six overtime goals, shared first place in game-winning goals (11) and multi-goal performances (10), ranked second in even-strength goals (36), and tied for second in power-play goals (16). He won the award in 2020. Despite missing 11 games, he led the league with 52 goals. He set a single-season NHL record with six overtime goals, shared first place in game-winning goals (11) and multi-goal performances (10), ranked second in even-strength goals (36), and tied for second in power-play goals (16). He won the award in 2020. Connor Hellebuyck: His nine-win edge over No. 2 Vasilevskiy was the largest gap since 1990-91. Hellebuyck gave up two or fewer goals in 40 of 63 appearances. He led the league (minimum 25 games played) in goals-against average and shutouts (eight) and was second in save percentage. He's looking to become the fourth netminder in the expansion era to win, following Dominik Hasek (twice), Jose Theodore and Price. His nine-win edge over No. 2 Vasilevskiy was the largest gap since 1990-91. Hellebuyck gave up two or fewer goals in 40 of 63 appearances. He led the league (minimum 25 games played) in goals-against average and shutouts (eight) and was second in save percentage. He's looking to become the fourth netminder in the expansion era to win, following Dominik Hasek (twice), Jose Theodore and Price. Nikita Kucherov: He had 121 points to capture his second consecutive Art Ross Trophy (third overall) as points leader. He finished first in points per game (1.55), power-play assists (38) and power-play points (46) and third in even-strength points (75). He won the Hart Trophy in 2019 and won this year's Ted Lindsay Award. Vezina Trophy finalists Who votes: General managers Connor Hellebuyck: Last year's winner went 47-12-3 with a 2.00 goals-against average, .925 save percentage and eight shutouts to lead the Jets to the league's best record. Hellebuyck, who won in 2020 and 2024, is looking to become the first repeat winner since Hall of Famer Martin Brodeur in 2006-07 and 2007-08. Last year's winner went 47-12-3 with a 2.00 goals-against average, .925 save percentage and eight shutouts to lead the Jets to the league's best record. Hellebuyck, who won in 2020 and 2024, is looking to become the first repeat winner since Hall of Famer Martin Brodeur in 2006-07 and 2007-08. Darcy Kuemper: Went 31-11-7 with five shutouts in his second stint with the Kings. He finished first in high-danger save percentage (.863), second in goals-against average (2.02) and third in save percentage. He had a stretch of 15 consecutive starts of allowing two or fewer goals from March 5 to April 10. Went 31-11-7 with five shutouts in his second stint with the Kings. He finished first in high-danger save percentage (.863), second in goals-against average (2.02) and third in save percentage. He had a stretch of 15 consecutive starts of allowing two or fewer goals from March 5 to April 10. Andrei Vasilevskiy: Went 38-20-5, tied for first in games played (63), was second in saves (1,581) and high-danger save percentage (.853), tied for second in shutouts (six) and ranked fourth in goals-against average (2.18) and save percentage (.921). He became the fastest goaltender in league history to reach 300 wins, doing it in his 490th career game. Vasilevskiy won the award in 2018-19. Other NHL awards winners Ted Lindsay Award (most outstanding player): Kucherov Jack Adams Award (coach): Spencer Carbery, Washington Capitals Norris Trophy (defenseman): Cale Makar, Colorado Avalanche Calder Trophy (rookie): Lane Hutson, Montreal Canadiens Selke Trophy (defensive forward): Aleksander Barkov, Florida Panthers Masterton Trophy (perseverance): Sean Monahan, Columbus Blue Jackets King Clancy Trophy (humanitarian contribution): Barkov Mark Messier Leadership Award: Alex Ovechkin, Capitals
