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The Florida Panthers are moving closer to their first Stanley Cup Final trophy, dominating late in games. The Oilers' Sam Carrick is fine after a hit. Viewership is up, but a survey shows many aren't following. Panthers lead 2-0, with Evan Rodrigues making history.

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The Stanley Cup Finals in 2024 featured the Florida Panthers facing off against the Edmonton Oilers. The Panthers managed to secure a 2-0 lead in the series after defeating the Oilers 4-1 in Game 2. Evan Rodrigues played a pivotal role in this victory, scoring twice and making history for the Panthers franchise [5Bleachernation][8Westhawaiitoday]. The Oilers' Warren Foegele was ejected from the game for a hit on the Panther's Eetu Luostarinen [20ESPN]. With the Panthers now just two wins away from the Stanley Cup, tensions were high going into Game 3 [17Bleachernation].

In Game 2, the Panthers displayed dominance over the Oilers, limiting their offense and controlling the game. Fans witnessed an intense matchup with the Panthers' electric performance reflected in a four-word chant that captured the energy in the arena [7SI]. The exceptional play of Rodrigues and the overall team effort by the Panthers pushed them to a solid lead in the series [22NYDailyNews].

Celebrity sightings added glamour to the event, with Shania Twain and Our Lady Peace performing in Edmonton before the game [14TheGlobeandMail]. The high stakes of the series were reflected in the energetic atmosphere as fans cheered on their teams. Game 3 promised to be a highly anticipated showdown as the Oilers looked to make a comeback while the Panthers aimed to maintain their momentum [17Bleachernation].

Overall, the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals provided thrilling hockey action, captivating audiences worldwide. With the Panthers leading the series, all eyes were on the teams as they battled fiercely for the chance to lift the prestigious Stanley Cup trophy and secure victory in what promised to be an exciting and fiercely contested series [1GlobalNews][2Yardbarker][4SI].

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Virality Score 5.3

Change in Rank +1

Thread Age 48 days

Number of Articles 108

Political Leaning

Left 31.0%

Center 48.3%

Right 20.7%

Regional Coverage

US 87.0%

Non-US 13.0%

Recent Coverage

Oilers star expected to avoid suspension for controversial hit in Game 2 of SCF

YardBarker - 45 days ago - The Florida Panthers might not have captain Aleksander Barkov for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday after he was on the receiving end of a high hit from Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl in the Panthers' 4-1 Game 2 win. While Barkov's status remains a little uncertain, we do know that Draisaitl is expected to be in the lineup and is not expected to face a suspension for the hit. Midway through the second period of Monday's game, Draisaitl caught Barkov with a high hit to the head that knocked the Panthers' captain out of the game. Draisaitl was assessed a two-minute minor for roughing. Here is a look at the play from multiple angles. Not only does he appear to lead directly into Barkov's head with an elbow, he also appears to leave his feet prior to making contact. It is a very problematic hit even before you get into the injury that happened. Only making it a two-minute penalty during the game seems light. Not issuing a suspension — or even a fine — seems like the NHL is outright condoning this

Panthers take an extra day before 2,500-mile trek to Canada, moving closer to first Cup Final trophy

daytondailynewscom - 45 days ago - As the Edmonton Oilers boarded their flight back to Alberta for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday, the Florida Panthers remained at home.

Locking down games and dominating late has become a hallmark for the Florida Panthers

Boston Globe - 45 days ago - The Lockdown Cats have taken over the Stanley Cup Final, suffocating the Edmonton Oilers to run down the clock in Games 1 and 2 to move two victories away from the first championship in franchise history.

Edmonton Oilers forward Sam Carrick fined for slash on Panthers defenceman Dmitry Kulikov

Global News - 46 days ago - Oilers forward Sam Carrick has been fined for slashing Panthers defenceman Dmitry Kulikov late in Edmonton's 4-1 loss to Florida in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup final.

58 per cent of Canadians not following Oilers-Panthers Stanley Cup final: survey

cbcca - 46 days ago - Albertans may be watching every second of the Stanley Cup final but most Canadians are not, according to a recent survey. The poll released by market research company Leger on Tuesday found that 58 per cent of Canadians are not paying close attention to the NHL final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers.

58% of Canadians not following Stanley Cup final between Oilers and Panthers: Survey

Global News - 46 days ago - Albertans may be watching every second of the Stanley Cup final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers but most Canadians are not, according to a Leger survey.

Panthers’ Sergei Bobrovsky is making history in the Stanley Cup Final

YardBarker - 46 days ago - Florida Panthers goalie Sergei Bobrovsky was the story of their playoff success in 2023. Without his elite play, the Panthers do not find themselves in the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. During these playoffs, Florida has been much better and far less of a Cinderella team. They earned their spot in the Final and they deserve to be up 2-0 in the series as it shifts back to Edmonton for Game 3. But while Bobrovsky has not needed to be as heroic during the playoff run, he has still been called on to make that save in the key moments. And he has delivered. Bobrovsky has allowed one goal in the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final. That is fourth in NHL history (modern era), behind only Chris Osgood (2008), Martin Brodeur (2003) and Frank McCool (1945). As if that is not impressive enough, he has done it against Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the Edmonton Oilers. In Game 1, Bobrovsky played hero. Edmonton outshot Florida 32-18, including a 25-12 edge through two periods. Bobrovsky

B/R NHL Staff Roundtable: Did Leon Draisaitl Deserve a Suspension?

Bleacher Report - 46 days ago - The main storyline from the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final is that the Florida Panthers are up 2-0 in the series. The secondary storyline after…

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov progressing after high hit forced him out of Game 2, will be evaluated Wednesday

The Athletic - 46 days ago - Barkov left Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final midway through the third period after Leon Draisaitl laid a hard check on him.

Status of Panthers' Aleksander Barkov in question for Game 3

YardBarker - 46 days ago - Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov's availability for Game 3 is in question after he received a high hit from Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl midway into the third period of Monday's game. Barkov, a forward, sat out the final 9:28 of the Panthers' 4-1 victory in Sunrise, Fla. The Panthers hold a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series, with Game 3 in Edmonton on Thursday. "He wasn't worse, so that's a really good thing," Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said Tuesday. "But if he continues to progress, we should be in good shape." Maurice stopped short of saying whether Barkov would travel to Edmonton, however. "We had some things that needed to be looked at today that got looked at. There's nothing sinister there. He kind of passed that. He felt better today. Feels good. But you've got to give it another 24 hours to make sure that he feels strong." Draisaitl was assessed a roughing penalty on the play and could face additional discipline from the NHL. "I don't think there was anything dirty about

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Recent Coverage

Oilers star expected to avoid suspension for controversial hit in Game 2 of SCF

Panthers take an extra day before 2,500-mile trek to Canada, moving closer to first Cup Final trophy

Locking down games and dominating late has become a hallmark for the Florida Panthers

Edmonton Oilers forward Sam Carrick fined for slash on Panthers defenceman Dmitry Kulikov

58 per cent of Canadians not following Oilers-Panthers Stanley Cup final: survey

58% of Canadians not following Stanley Cup final between Oilers and Panthers: Survey

Panthers’ Sergei Bobrovsky is making history in the Stanley Cup Final

B/R NHL Staff Roundtable: Did Leon Draisaitl Deserve a Suspension?

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov progressing after high hit forced him out of Game 2, will be evaluated Wednesday

Status of Panthers' Aleksander Barkov in question for Game 3

Panthers Ride Defense to 2–0 Lead Over Oilers in Stanley Cup Final

Matthew Tkachuk poised to be factor as Panthers head to Edmonton for Game 3 against Oilers

Panthers Fans Had Electric Four-Word Chant at End of Game 2 Win Over Oilers

Shania Twain, Our Lady Peace to perform in Edmonton ahead of Stanley Cup games

Why the Oilers must now overcome a daunting 2-0 deficit in Stanley Cup Final

NHL Star Makes Franchise History En Route To Leading His Team To Stanley Cup Domination

2024 Stanley Cup Final: 5 Takeaways from Panthers-Oilers Game 2

How an unlikely hero helped the Panthers go up 2-0 on the Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final: 5 takeaways

Panthers pour it on late to win Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final

Stanley Cup Final: Panthers defeat Oilers for 2-0 series lead

Rodrigues scores twice as Panthers beat Oilers for 2-0 series lead in Stanley Cup final