Oilers at Panthers Game 2
The Oilers Aim for a Split
The Edmonton Oilers will try to earn a split of the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final when they face the Florida Panthers in Game 2 on Saturday night. The Panthers won the series opener 4-1 on Wednesday night in Sunrise, Florida.
The Oilers are making their first appearance in the Stanley Cup Final since 2006, when they lost to the Carolina Hurricanes in seven games. The Panthers are appearing in their first Stanley Cup Final in franchise history.
Key Matchup
The key matchup in Game 2 will be between the Oilers’ Connor McDavid and the Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov. McDavid is the reigning Hart Trophy winner and is one of the most dynamic players in the NHL. Barkov is a two-time Selke Trophy winner and is one of the best two-way forwards in the league.
The Oilers will need McDavid to be at his best if they want to win Game 2. The Panthers will need Barkov to continue to play well at both ends of the ice.
Conclusion
Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final is sure to be a close and exciting contest. The Oilers will be looking to even the series, while the Panthers will be looking to take a 2-0 lead. The outcome of Game 2 could have a major impact on the rest of the series.
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