In a stunning reversal of fortunes, the Edmonton Oilers have forced a Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Final, defeating the Florida Panthers 5-1 in Game 6. The Oilers, who were once down 3-0 in the series, have rallied to tie the series at 3-3, marking the first time a team has done so since the Detroit Red Wings in 1945. The Oilers’ victory was a team effort, with key contributions from Leon Draisaitl, Warren Foegele, Adam Henrique, and Zach Hyman. Stuart Skinner’s goaltending was also pivotal, as he made 20 saves to help secure the win. The Oilers are now poised to potentially end Canada’s 30-year Stanley Cup drought and join the 1942 Toronto Maple Leafs as the only teams to win the Stanley Cup after trailing 3-0 in the final series. Game 7 will take place on Monday night in Sunrise, Florida, where the Oilers will seek to complete their historic comeback.
Key points
- The Edmonton Oilers force a Game 7 after defeating the Florida Panthers 5-1 in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final.
- The Oilers could become the second team in NHL history to win the Stanley Cup after being down 3-0 in the final series.
- Stuart Skinner’s goaltending and the team’s offensive effort were crucial in the Oilers’ Game 6 victory.
