Florida Panthers Lead Stanley Cup Final 3-2 Against Edmonton Oilers

Game 6 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers took place with the Panthers leading the series 3-2 and aiming to secure their second consecutive championship. Brad Marchand led the Panthers with two goals in their 5-2 victory, now leading all scorers in the series with six goals, while Connor McDavid scored his first goal of the Final but could not prevent the loss. The series has featured intense on- and off-ice competition, including strategic gamesmanship such as Panthers player Carter Verhaege occupying ice space to disrupt Oilers' practice routines. Despite the exciting play, the NHL has faced declining viewership for the Finals on TNT, with Game 5 averaging 2.7 million viewers, down 35% from last year's ABC broadcast, highlighting the challenges of airing the Finals on cable instead of a broadcast network. Fans, including those of the Vegas Golden Knights, have mixed feelings about the series outcome, with some hoping for an Oilers victory to deny the Panthers a dynasty, while others simply enjoy the high-stakes hockey matchup. The Panthers are poised to win back-to-back Stanley Cups, marking a significant achievement in the league.