Game Details:
Matchup: Oilers vs Panthers
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 8:00 PM ET
Venue: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, Florida
Betting Line: Panthers -1.5 | Over/Under: 5.5
Key Storylines
Stanley Cup Final Showdown
Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final continues tonight as the Oilers travel to Florida to face the Panthers in what is shaping up to be a heated championship tilt. Florida leads the series 2-0 after two dominant defensive performances on home ice. Edmonton will be desperate to steal a win and get back into the series.
Goaltending Duel
The biggest story this series has been the battle between the pipes. Sergei Bobrovsky has been lights out for the Panthers, allowing only one goal through the first two games. On the other side, Stuart Skinner has had trouble containing Florida’s aggressive forecheck, giving up six goals in two starts. If Edmonton wants to stay alive, Skinner must turn his game around quickly.
Superstar Spotlight: McDavid vs Tkachuk
Connor McDavid has yet to find the back of the net in this series, though he has been creating opportunities. The Panthers are clearly focusing their defense on limiting his space and tempo. Meanwhile, Matthew Tkachuk has been a tone-setter for Florida, notching a goal and an assist in Game 2. Whichever superstar breaks out tonight could dictate the outcome.
Injury Report
Oilers:
Out: Adam Henrique (ankle), Ryan Murray (undisclosed)
Questionable: Evander Kane (hip)
Panthers:
Day-to-day: Sam Bennett (upper body)
Out: Aaron Ekblad (lower body)
Betting Trends
Against the Spread (Puck Line)
Oilers: 42-40 ATS this season
Panthers: 46-36 ATS this season
Over/Under Trends
The total has gone under in 6 of Edmonton’s last 8 games.
The total has gone under in 5 straight playoff games for Florida.
Home Ice Advantage
Panthers are 6-1 at home in the 2025 playoffs and have outscored opponents 21-9 in those games. Edmonton, meanwhile, has struggled on the road in this postseason, going 4-5 overall.
Prop Bet to Watch
Connor McDavid – Points Total: 1.5
Despite being held quiet thus far, McDavid is still leading all playoff skaters in assists. If the Oilers are going to make this a series, expect their captain to step up big. The over on 1.5 points could be worth a shot if Edmonton’s offense finally clicks.
Prediction & Best Bets
Spread: Panthers -1.5 → Florida has been in complete control defensively, and with Bobrovsky in peak form, another multi-goal win isn’t far-fetched.
Total: Under 5.5 → Two elite goaltenders and stingy defensive systems make the under a strong play.
Prop: Connor McDavid Over 1.5 Points → Desperation mode could bring out the best in the Oilers captain.
Final Score Prediction: Panthers 3, Oilers 1
Momentum and home-ice comfort continue to favor Florida. While Edmonton has elite talent, the Panthers’ depth, structure, and goaltending give them the edge again tonight as they look to take a commanding 3-0 series lead.