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2025 Stanley Cup Final Rematch Sees Oilers as Slight Favorites

Edmonton strengthened its scoring depth this postseason as Florida eyes back-to-back titles ahead of a June 4 opener in Edmonton.

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Florida Panthers Sam Reinhart (13) is checked by Edmonton Oilers' Darnell Nurse (25) during first period NHL action in Edmonton on Monday, December 16, 2024.
May 29, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) and defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) and right wing Corey Perry (90) celebrates after McDavid scores a goal against the Dallas Stars during the third period in game five of the Western Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Oilers and Panthers will clash for the second consecutive year in the Stanley Cup Final, with Game 1 set for June 4 at Rogers Place in Edmonton.
  • Edmonton holds narrow betting odds advantage and Connor McDavid is the leading favorite to win a second straight Conn Smythe Trophy.
  • Unlike last season’s reliance on its two superstars, the Oilers have received postseason goals from 19 different players.
  • Florida seeks to become the eighth expansion-era franchise to repeat as Stanley Cup champions after its dramatic seven-game victory in 2024.
  • Coaches Paul Maurice and Kris Knoblauch will be the first head coaches since 1983–84 to meet in back-to-back Finals.