Matthew Tkachuk Shares Biggest Difference Between Panthers-Oilers

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Matthew Tkachuk Shares Biggest Difference Between Panthers-Oilers originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Game 3 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final came as a rout of the Edmonton Oilers, courtesy of the Florida Panthers. Florida dominated Edmonton during the game to grab a massive 2-1 series lead.
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But by the time the game ended, the entire contest felt like a big fight. Things got very heated toward the end of the game, with both sides getting into a messy situation.
Multiple players spoke out about what happened, but at the end of the day, all that mattered was that Florida had won the game. It was a physical affair, but one that the Panthers feel comfortable playing in.
Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk broke down the level of comfort that Florida has in these situations, and what makes them different from the Oilers.
'We played super well and super disciplined, just like a veteran, older team who's been here,' Tkachuk said. 'This is our third time [in the Cup Final]. We know it's a series, and we've got to stick up for each other but got to be smart too. I thought it was great that guys were sticking up for each other, and at the end of the day, it's just a big win and just one game.'
Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett (9) celebrates scoring against the Edmonton Oilers with forward Matthew Tkachuk (19) and forward Eetu Luostarinen (27) in game three of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final ... Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Florida now holds a big edge over Edmonton, and they grabbed home-ice advantage back. With Game 4 scheduled to be played in Florida, the Panthers have an opportunity to put the squeeze on the Oilers.
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Game 4 is scheduled to be played on Thursday, June 12, at 8 p.m. ET.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.