"This is HOCKEY": Fan reactions go wild after Edmonton Oilers' historic OT Win to tie Stanley Cup Final 2–2
Edmonton Oilers (via Getty Images)
Game 4 between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers wasn't just a pivotal moment in the series—it was a rollercoaster of chaos, resilience, and pure, unscripted drama that left fans in stunned disbelief.
From despair to exhilaration, fans are declaring it the best Stanley Cup Final in decades—and they may be correct.
"I love hockey again": Fans express excitement over Edmonton Oilers win
The Edmonton Oilers rallied from a 3–0 hole in the first period. They let a late 20-second regulation lead slip away. And then, in overtime, they won on a fluky centering pass from Leon Draisaitl that bounced off Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola—the kind of bounce that makes legends.
But the tale isn't the comeback.
It's the response to it.
Fans let loose a torrent of raw, unfiltered emotion. One user simply posted, "This is HOCKEY." Another: "My heart can't take this."
Gotta See It: Oilers' Leon Draisaitl Scores OT Winner With One Hand To Even Series
Dozens of posts reflected a similar thought—if you weren't emotionally involved in the result, this could be the most fun Cup Final you've ever watched.
"WHAT A GAME. This is going 7, no doubt," said one fan. Another revealed that their Apple Watch gave them 11 heart rate alerts during the game.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn
IC Markets
Đăng ký
Undo
One said, "This game was a movie what comeback."
While another exclaimed, "As crazy as this will sound, that OT goal was for the Stanley Cup. Florida scores, and it would've crushed the Oilers after that comeback. The Oilers score, and they gotta believe it's their destiny this year! Sorry, I've had a couple of beers."
The acclaim was not limited to the result—backup goalie Calvin Pickard, who came in for Stuart Skinner, was a hero.
One fan penned, "I was ready to call it an early night on this by the end of the first. It would be insane for them not to start Pickard for Game 5."
Another insisted he be the starter for the remainder of the series, adding, "Another crazy game, please keep Pickard in for the rest of the series, the Oilers just play better with him in net and Pickard is better than Skinner imo."
Florida fans, on the other hand, were left dazed—and not without venom from the opposition. As one Oilers fan joked, "Massive choke job by the rats! You love to see it!"
Others ridiculed Panthers fans for chanting "Skinner" with Pickard in goal, labeling them the "dumbest fans in the NHL."
Even impartial fans were in the emotional crossfire: "Honestly, that is Oilers hockey. I never panic if it's an early three-goal deficit, and I'm always worried if they are up by 3 early. You can never relax your butt muscles. It's stressful, but we will both come away looking better for it when this series is over."
Also read:
Paul Maurice stays composed as Florida Panthers regroup after Game 4 collapse against Edmonton Oilers
As the series is back in Edmonton for Game 5, it's now a best-of-three with home-ice on the Oilers' side.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
Leon Draisaitl becomes overtime hero in thrilling 2025 Stanley Cup run
Leon Draisaitl has officially rewritten the NHL history books. The Edmonton Oilers forward now holds the record for the most overtime goals scored in a single postseason with four. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now His timely goals have made him the most dangerous player on the ice when the clock hits zero and the stakes rise. Leon Draisaitl carries the Edmonton Oilers through playoffs The Edmonton Oilers are surging in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Leon Draisaitl is leading the charge. His overtime goals are more than just record-setting; they've been game-altering, season-saving moments. When pressure has peaked, Draisaitl has delivered calm, skill, and precision. What makes his run even more impressive is the consistency of his impact. He has shown up in every series, and each time the Oilers needed a spark, he lit the fire. With Draisaitl at the center of their offense, Edmonton has powered through fierce competition and is now closing in on the franchise's long-awaited return to glory. Leon Draisaitl delivers game winners in the Stanley Cup Final The Stanley Cup Final has brought out the best in Leon Draisaitl. With the Oilers clashing against the Florida Panthers in a high-stakes series, Draisaitl has stepped up at the biggest moments. In Game 1 and Game 4, he netted two overtime winners that flipped the series in Edmonton's favor and stunned Florida's defense. Leon Draisaitl highlights unforgettable 2025 playoff drama The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs are delivering storylines worthy of history, and Leon Draisaitl is at the center of it all. His overtime goals have not only broken records but also elevated the emotional stakes of the tournament. Every time the game has gone beyond regulation, Draisaitl has taken over. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Read more: Fans and analysts alike are calling this one of the greatest finals in years. If Edmonton goes on to claim the Cup, Draisaitl's name will be forever linked to this postseason's magic. But even without the ending written yet, one thing is certain: Leon Draisaitl is the overtime king, and the NHL will remember this run for a long time.
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Time of India
'Get this shit the f**k off my Screen!': NHL fans rip Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's screen time during Stanley Cup final
Photo byThursday night's Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final was supposed to be all about the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. But when pop icon Taylor Swift and her NFL star boyfriend Travis Kelce showed up at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, the spotlight quickly shifted. With the couple shown multiple times on the broadcast—including right after a key Panthers goal—viewers grew increasingly irritated. For many NHL fans, the constant celebrity focus felt like a distraction from the high-stakes hockey on the ice, and social media backlash followed swiftly. 'Football was enough'—NHL fans snap as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce hijack Game 4 spotlight When Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk scored a power play goal during the game, TNT's cameras immediately cut to Swift and Kelce in the crowd. Taylor Swift was seen celebrating, while Travis Kelce high-fived a nearby fan. The timing of the shot—and the repeated cutaways that followed—sparked a wave of frustration from fans watching at home. 'First goal in a Stanley cup game and the first thing you pan to is TAYLOR SWIFT IN THE CROWD??? Get this shit the F*******K off my screen,' one furious viewer ranted online, capturing the sheer frustration felt by fans who tuned in for playoff intensity—not pop culture cameos. 'Every other scene is either a Florida goal or Taylor on TV,' another fan posted, pointing out how frequently the camera kept returning to the couple—even during crucial game moments. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The couple was even seen spending time with hockey royalty—Wayne Gretzky—which only added to their screen presence. Earlier in the evening, a helicopter was spotted flying above the arena before puck drop. According to a report by WPTV-5, it hinted that a high-profile guest might be in attendance. But few expected Swift and Kelce to dominate the visuals throughout the night. 'Get her away from the game,' one hockey fan posted online, clearly tired of the off-ice distractions. Some viewers, especially in Canada, were even more direct in their criticisms—calling out Sportsnet for what they felt was excessive coverage of celebrities rather than the action on the rink. 'Sportsnet, do you actually think NHL fans want to see these two overexposed celebrities?' a viewer wrote. 'Football was enough, now As Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce dominated the broadcast, NHL fans called for more hockey, less Hollywood The Stanley Cup Final is the biggest stage in hockey, and for many fans, it's sacred. While celebrity appearances aren't unusual in sports, Thursday night's coverage crossed a line for viewers who felt the game was being upstaged by off-ice star power. As social media lit up with complaints, the message was loud and clear: fans came to see goals, hits, and saves—not Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on repeat. Also Read: NHL MVP Showdown: Nikita Kucherov, Leon Draisaitl, and Connor Hellebuyck clash for 2025 Hart Trophy ahead of Game 4
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Time of India
'Goalies are such weirdos': Fans react as NHL goalie chaos in Stanley Cup warm-ups goes viral
NHL fans are going wild over the viral video of Calvin Pickard and Vitek Vanecek's goalie faceoff before Game 4. Calvin Pickard not only appeared at Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final to serve as a backup for Edmonton Oilers starter Stuart Skinner—he also swiped the internet for attention during warm-ups with his side-splitting, memeable exchange that had NHL fans laughing hard. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now NHL fans welcome the strangest brotherhood in sports In a moment shared far and wide on social media, Calvin Pickard slid over to Florida Panthers backup Vitek Vanecek, who stood motionless like a statue at center ice. Calvin Pickard, noticing the peculiar immobility, nonchalantly asked Vitek Vanecek if he'd like to stretch along with him. The reaction? A chilly, wordless rejection, and Calvin Pickard skates away with equal deadpan enthusiasm. The video went viral immediately. NHL goalies have always been perceived as a unique lot—serious, quirky, and sometimes unintentionally comedic. And then this pregame moment between Calvin Pickard and Vitek Vanecek just made that reputation for oddness grow. Corey Perry Warmup Routine Reddit exploded with comments from amused viewers. One commenter summed up the mood best: 'Goalies are such weirdos. I love it.' 'This made me laugh so hard during Pickard's post-game interview. What an adorable dork,' another said. Speculation regarding the interaction abounded online, with some speculating that Vanecek's statue-like demeanor was not necessarily an awkward energy. 'Do you think they are shit talking or just trying to get in their head, or just talking like buddies,' one Reddit user said to which someone replied, 'Stolarz did this last year to get in Skinners head. They must have felt it worked, and now their new backup is doing the same. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It is intentional.' Fans also couldn't help but catch the dysfunctional Panther growl sound playing in the arena background of the video. "The panther growl in the background kills me," one user typed, adding to the levels of humor that made the moment almost scripted. And yet, amidst all the humor, there was a current of appreciation for hockey's most eccentric position. 'Goalies are a different breed!' one fan said. Also read: Although Stuart Skinner did not survive past the first period of Game 4, maybe the real mental game was already afoot before the puck was dropped—with Vanecek playing chess and Pickard merely attempting to stretch. Either way, the odd pregame ritual reminded everyone of one thing: goalies aren't merely players—they're a show in themselves.
