Oilers Host Panthers in Pivotal Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final

EDMONTON, Alberta – The Edmonton Oilers will host the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on Saturday at Rogers Place. After a thrilling overtime victory in Game 4, the series is tied 2-2, making Saturday’s game crucial for both teams.

The Oilers, who won Game 4 5-4, look to gain an edge on their home ice. Puck drop is set for 8 p.m. ET, and the latest odds show Edmonton as a slight favorite at -111, while Florida is an underdog at -109. The over/under for total goals scored is set at 6.5.

In Game 4, Edmonton rallied from an early 3-0 deficit, showcasing their resilience. Leon Draisaitl‘s overtime goal sealed the win, and the Oilers now aim to take control of the series.

“We’ve shown we can bounce back from adversity,” said Draisaitl about the team’s performance. “Now, we need to carry that momentum into Game 5.”

Throughout the series, games have been closely contested, with six of the last seven meetings decided by one goal. SportsLine’s prediction model suggests that Florida will cover the puck line in Game 5, emphasizing the tight nature of the series.

The series has also featured explosive offense, with the over hitting in all four previous games. As a result, an over bet for Game 5 might attract attention; each of the last two games saw nine total goals.

Connor McDavid, the Oilers’ star forward, has been prolific during the playoffs and is expected to shine in front of a home crowd. Despite not yet scoring this series, McDavid has maintained high shot totals, leading many to anticipate a breakout performance in Game 5.

The Oilers are 25-13-3 at home during the regular season and 7-2 in playoffs, giving them confidence as they return to Edmonton. Meanwhile, the Panthers will seek to leverage their strong road playoff record of 9-3 this postseason.

With the stakes higher than ever, both teams will look to establish their game plan early. The home team has had success this series, but with neither team winning consecutive games, the outcome remains uncertain.

As the teams prepare for what promises to be an exciting Game 5, fans are reminded to tune in and enjoy the high-stakes action of the Stanley Cup Final.