Oilers vs Panthers statistics
| Stat |
Oilers |
Panthers |
| Goals For per Game |
3.56 |
3.23 |
| Goals Against per Game |
2.88 |
2.42 |
| Shots per Game |
33.8 |
33.7 |
| Shots Against per Game |
28.1 |
27.8 |
| Power Play Goals |
64 |
63 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
53 |
51 |
| Short Handed Goals |
7 |
8 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
780 |
1106 |
| Power Play Percentage |
26.3 |
23.5 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
79.5 |
82.5 |
Florida Panthers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 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 |
| 5/28/24 |
vs New York Rangers |
W |
3-2 OT |
| 5/26/24 |
vs New York Rangers |
L |
5-4 OT |
Edmonton Oilers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 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 |
| 5/29/24 |
vs Dallas Stars |
W |
5-2 |
| 5/27/24 |
vs Dallas Stars |
L |
5-3 |
Oilers vs Panthers predictions
Heading into game two against the Florida Panthers, all eyes are likely to be on Edmonton's dynamic duo, especially with Zach Hyman and Connor McDavid both listed as day-to-day. If Hyman, who has netted an impressive 54 goals this season, manages to hit the ice, expect some fireworks. McDavid, on the other hand, is not just an assist machine with over a hundred this season but a crucial part of the Oilers' offensive thrust. His potential absence could sway the game significantly, but if he plays, he's bound to be a game-changer as usual. Fans will be holding their breaths in anticipation of their status updates, as their presence could very well tilt the ice.
Flipping over to the Panthers, Sam Reinhart and Matthew Tkachuk are the pair to watch. Reinhart isn’t just leading with 57 goals; his knack for being at the right place at the right time is almost uncanny. Tkachuk, assuming his day-to-day status clears up and he plays, brings more than just his 62 assists to the table. His aggressive play and ability to disrupt his opponents are vital to Florida’s game plan. The chemistry these two have developed over the season is palpable, and if they are both in the lineup, the Oilers will have their hands full trying to contain them.
So, who takes game two? With the Panthers holding home advantage and a 1-0 series lead, they certainly have the momentum. However, the Oilers have shown resilience all season, and if Hyman and McDavid lace up, they can level the series. Predicting a winner in such a tightly contested matchup isn't straightforward, but with the Panthers playing in front of a spirited home crowd and possibly a full-strength squad, they might just edge out the Oilers in this one. It's bound to be a gripping game, regardless!
Florida Panthers injuries
- 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
- Aleksander Barkov (C): Day-To-Day
Edmonton Oilers injuries
- Troy Stecher (D): Out
- Adam Henrique (C): Day-To-Day
- Leon Draisaitl (C): Day-To-Day
- Evander Kane (LW): Day-To-Day
- Mattias Janmark (C): Day-To-Day
Oilers vs Panthers game info
| Venue |
Amerant Bank Arena |
| Location |
Sunrise, FL |
| Puck drop |
Mon 8:00 PM |
| TV |
ABC |
