In a thrilling double overtime matchup, the Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers 5-4 in Game 2 of their Stanley Cup Final rematch, evening the series at 1-1. Brad Marchand netted the game-winner with a breakaway goal 8:04 into the second overtime, capping off a dramatic finish where Corey Perry equalized with just 17.8 seconds left in regulation during a power play. This marks the first time since 2014 that the first two games of a Stanley Cup Final have gone to overtime.
Sergei Bobrovsky played a pivotal role for the Panthers, making 42 saves on 46 shots, showcasing his playoff prowess. Marchand’s performance included his second goal of the night and marked his 10th career goal in the finals, leading all active players. The game was characterized by intense action, including a significant advantage in shot attempts for Florida, who dominated the second period.
The series now shifts to Sunrise, Florida, for Game 3 on Monday at 8 p.m. ET. The matchup has ignited hockey fans, as the Oilers strive to leverage home ice in their quest for the Cup, while the Panthers aim to capitalize on their momentum from the victory.
Alongside Marchand, Sam Bennett scored his postseason-leading 13th goal, and Seth Jones and Dmitry Kulikov contributed crucial scores for Florida. The game featured a flurry of penalties, leading to many power play opportunities, and showcased the stars of both teams, including Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, who assisted on Evan Bouchard’s goal.
With the series evenly poised, anticipation builds as the teams gear up for the next chapter in this compelling final.
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