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USA Today
13 minutes ago
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- USA Today
How to buy Florida Panthers NHL Stanley Cup Finals tickets
How to buy Florida Panthers NHL Stanley Cup Finals tickets For the third consecutive season, the Florida Panthers are headed to the Stanley Cup Finals. The Panthers eliminated the Carolina Hurricanes in five games, winning all three road games in the series including a wild back-and-forth Game 5, and will once again represent the Eastern Conference in the upcoming finals. Florida defeated the Edmonton Oilers in seven games last year to win the team's first Cup in franchise history. While the Western Conference representative is not yet known, there's a good chance we will get a rematch of last year's finals, as Edmonton leads the Dallas Stars 3-1 in their best-of-seven game conference final. Here is everything you need to know in order to purchase Florida Panthers 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Finals tickets. Shop Florida Panthers Stanley Cup Finals tickets Florida Panthers Stanley Cup Finals tickets No matter which team comes out of the West, the Panthers will start the Stanley Cup Finals on the road. That means Amerant Bank Arena will host Game 3 and Game 4 of the finals, and would host Game 6 should the series progress that far. = if necessary NHL Stanley Cup Finals schedule The league has not yet released the Stanley Cup Finals schedule. It will likely depend on when the Western Conference Finals between the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars wraps up, which could be as soon as Thursday, May 29. Shop Florida Panthers Stanley Cup Finals tickets
CBS News
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Stars face elimination as they return home for Game 5 against Oilers; Edmonton looks to close the series
The Dallas Stars are back home and on the verge of their season ending in the Western Conference final for the third year in a row, especially if they don't start scoring goals again like they did all season. "We're generating chances, and it just hasn't been going in," Stars forward Sam Steel said Wednesday. "I don't think we can focus on that too much, or complain about how pucks aren't going in. We know the recipe and we're looking to get back to it." Dallas is back home for Game 5 on Thursday night, down 3-1 to the Edmonton Oilers after scoring only two goals while losing three consecutive games. For Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid and the Oilers, this is their first chance at a series clincher. They are trying to advance to their second Stanley Cup Final in a row, and again eliminate the Stars on the way. "We've got a heck of a series here against Dallas, and we have one more win to get too. If we're fortunate to get that last win, then we'll be preparing for that next team," Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch said when asked if there was any worry of his players peeking ahead. "But right now, all our attention is on the Dallas Stars." Take out their five-goal outburst in the third period for a 6-3 win in Game 1, with three power-play goals in a 5 1/2-minute span, and the Stars have been outscored 16-3 the other 11 periods in this series. It is only the fourth time Edmonton has allowed a goal or less in three consecutive playoff games, and first since 2006. This is the same Dallas team that ranked third in the NHL and matched Winnipeg atop the West with 3.35 goals a game in the regular season, and was shut out only once. The Stars have four shutout losses this postseason, including in Game 2, their last time at home. DALLAS, TX - MAY 13: Mikko Rantanen #96 of the Dallas Stars faces-off against the Winnipeg Jets in the first period of Game Four of the Second Round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the American Airlines Center on may 13, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. Glenn James/NHLI via Getty Images Dallas star forward Mikko Rantanen has gone seven games without a goal since scoring nine in a six-game span over their first two rounds. His only longer postseason drought was in the first eight playoff games of his career, in 2018 and 2019 with Colorado. "This is not the time of year to get frustrated, you're just going to reset, go back at it," said Rantanen, who is set to play his 99th career playoff game Thursday. "We know we're a good team, we just (need to) win one game." Edmonton has the opportunity for its second consecutive series clincher in a Game 5 on the road, just eight nights after wrapping up the second round with a 1-0 overtime win at Vegas. "Listen, give them credit. They're up 3-1, they found a way. This series could be 2-2 easily, too," Stars coach Pete DeBoer said after his team arrived home Wednesday. "You don't have to look any further than the Stanley Cup Finals last year. The team we're playing was down 3-0 and forced a Game 7. So we've got to win one game tomorrow night and then you know, kind of do or die in Edmonton in Game 6, and get a Game 7 back here at home." The Stars have had only one playoff series since 2006 that went fewer than six games. That was when they won the Western Conference final in five games over the DeBoer-coached Golden Knights in the 2020 playoffs. This is Dallas' 23rd playoff series since losing a five-game series against Colorado in consecutive opening rounds in 2004 and 2006. There were no playoffs in 2005 because of a full-season lockout. EDMONTON, CANADA - MAY 25: Zach Hyman #18 of the Edmonton Oilers crashes the net as Evan Bouchard #2 scores a first-period goal during Game Three of the Western Conference Finals of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Dallas Stars at Rogers Place on May 25, 2025, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Andy Devlin/NHLI via Getty Images Hard-hitting Oilers forward Zach Hyman was scheduled for surgery for an undisclosed injury to his right arm. While not providing additional details on the nature of the injury, Knoblauch said Wednesday that Hyman is "mostly likely done" for the remainder of the postseason. Hyman's 111 hits are the most in the NHL playoffs by a big margin. The mainstay on superstar Connor McDavid's line had 11 points (five goals, including a game-winner, and six assists) in 15 playoff games. He got hurt midway through the first period of their 4-1 win in Game 4 on Tuesday night. Hyman outstretched his arms to brace for what appeared to be a glancing hit from Stars forward Mason Marchment at Edmonton's blue line, then immediately dropped his stick and was favoring his right arm as he left the ice. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has multiple points in all four West final games for the Oilers, the first NHL player in 35 years to do that in the round before the Stanley Cup Final. Wayne Gretzky is the only player with a five-game streak. Nugent-Hopkins is one of seven Edmonton players with at least five goals this postseason. He has two goals and seven assists in the series against the Stars. Even 40-year-old Corey Perry has six goals after his go-ahead power-play tally in Game 4 on Tuesday night. That matched the most by a player age 39 or older in a single postseason — and the first since Teemu Selanne in 2011 in Anaheim, when Perry was then his teammate there.
Yahoo
5 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Edmonton Oilers Have A Big Hole Without Hyman, But Their Depth Is Up To The Task
The Edmonton Oilers come out of Tuesday's Game 4 win with the prospect of returning to the Stanley Cup final and avenging last year's loss. But losing right winger Zach Hyman for likely the rest of the playoffs due to an injury he suffered in that 4-1 win is a massive blow – and a big test of the Oilers' depth. Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters on Wednesday that Hyman required surgery after taking a hit from Dallas Stars left winger Mason Marchment. Of course, if there's one thing you can count on about the playoffs, it's that it's a war of attrition. Injuries are a fact of life, and the teams that have great depth are usually the ones hoisting the Cup when it's all said and done. Hyman's injury leaves a hole in the lineup that will be difficult to fill. His 27 goals and 44 points in 73 regular-season games are a fall from the 54 goals and 77 points he had last year, but he still proved to be a valuable player in the playoffs with five goals and 11 points. He also leads the NHL in rebounds created, with 17, and high-danger chances, with 34, according to On top of all that, Hyman leads the NHL in hits these playoffs with 111, 29 more than Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett, who ranks second with 82. Hyman was the guy on the Connor McDavid and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins line who put his body on the line, and it will be all but impossible to find someone else on the team to replicate exactly what he does. The first question is who enters the lineup with Hyman out. The easy answer is veteran right winger Jeff Skinner. The 33-year-old has played only one playoff game for the Oilers this year – his only NHL post-season game ever – on April 21 against the Los Angeles Kings. While Skinner did generate an assist that night, he played only 11:12 in that game and exited the lineup once Evander Kane was healthy, so he's clearly not a favorite of Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch. Still, Skinner isn't the type of player you insert into the third or fourth line. So this may be his last best shot to stick in the lineup the rest of the way. He played mostly with Nugent-Hopkins and the physical Trent Frederic in his last appearance, but he also spent about two minutes with McDavid and Hyman and about a minute with Adam Henrique and Viktor Arvidsson, according to Nevertheless, the Oilers need a player who can win puck battles for the rest of the line, so Skinner can't just replace Hyman. Someone else must rise in Hyman's absence. It doesn't help that the Oilers are also without left winger Connor Brown, who's been sidelined since Game 3 after being creamed by Dallas defenseman Alexander Petrovic. Brown has been one of Edmonton's unsung heroes in the post-season, posting five goals and eight points in 14 playoff games. And yet, the Oilers have still looked strong in his absence on Tuesday. That's the mark of a team with an embarrassment of riches. The Oilers have six players with at least 10 points, including Hyman. The Stars only have four despite playing two more games. Corey Perry's nine points are as many as Matt Duchene and Jamie Benn combined. (The Florida Panthers have 10 players with at least 10 points, but let the conference finals play out first.) In any case, Hyman's absence will be felt, but Edmonton's depth should allow it to continue prospering – and maybe, just maybe, win a Cup. Get the latest news and trending stories by following The Hockey News on Google News and by subscribing to The Hockey News newsletter here. And share your thoughts by commenting below the article on
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Zach Hyman injury puts Edmonton Oilers' playoff momentum at serious risk
Zach Hyman injury puts Edmonton Oilers' playoff momentum at serious risk (Image Source: Getty Images) The Edmonton Oilers could be without one of their key players, Zach Hyman. He injured his right arm in a huge win against the Dallas Stars. Coach Kris Knoblauch mentioned it is most likely Zach Hyman will miss games moving forward. It is not good news for the group as Zach Hyman has been providing valuable playoff contributions on the ice - making tough plays and smart plays both on offense and checking. Zach Hyman's injury might be painful for Oilers Z ach Hyman was injured in the first period of a playoff game against the Dallas Stars. Although the Oilers won, they could lose Hyman for the next ones. Coach Kris Knoblauch said it doesn't appear promising and they may have to continue without him. Easily dependable in Zach Hyman's absence is Toronto's playoff success is due in a large role from his play on the ice, he leads all players in the playoffs in hits. He plays hard, is hard to play against, and always gives maximum effort. But he's not all physical, he also knows how to score and assist on goals for his teammates. To date in the playoffs, he has assisted on a lot of goals and made good plays that became points. Without him, other players in the Oilers will have to step up. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo They will have to try a little harder offensively and defensively. It's difficult to replace a player such as Zach Hyman, who does a little bit of everything and shows the way by example. Also Read: Zach Hyman's Game-Winning Goal Pushes Edmonton Oilers To A Record Comeback Victory Over Golden Knights In Game 1 Oilers must adapt and remain resilient without key forward The Oilers are still in pursuit of the Stanley Cup, and the games do not leave any room to breathe. Losing Zach Hyman now makes it more difficult. He's a guy who puts energy, strength, and intelligent hockey on the ice. His loss will be felt immediately. Other forwards such as Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl could have to take on more of the burden. The team could also bring in younger players or shuffle the lines to keep the heat on their opposition. Coach Knoblauch will need to be wise in his decision-making to keep the team intact. Zach Hyman's injury occurred on a big victory, but now the Oilers are presented with an even larger challenge of winning without one of their best players. The team's fans will be praying for some positive news, but at this time, they're ready to go on without him. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
USA Today
8 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Zach Hyman injury update: Oilers winger to have surgery, likely done for playoffs
Zach Hyman injury update: Oilers winger to have surgery, likely done for playoffs Show Caption Hide Caption Are Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup bound? Former NHLer weighs in Former NHL winger Riley Cote explains what he loves about this Edmonton Oilers team ahead of the Western Conference Finals. Sports Seriously Edmonton Oilers star winger Zach Hyman is having surgery on Wednesday and is likely gone for the rest of the postseason after being injured in Game 4.. "We're not expecting him back for the playoffs," said coach Kris Knoblauch, who didn't specify which injury Hyman suffered when he left the game on a hit by the Dallas Stars' Mason Marchment during the first period. The Oilers won the game 4-1 to take a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference finals. Hyman scored 70 goals last season between the regular season and the playoffs. This season, he has 11 points in 15 playoff games and a league-leading 111 hits in the postseason, nearly 30 more than the next player. "Zach is going to be a huge hole, but we're fortunate to have a lot of depth that guys can come in and step up and give us quality minutes," Knoblauch said. Forward Connor Brown will miss a second consecutive game in Thursday's potential clinching Game 5 in Dallas with an unspecified injury. Viktor Arvidsson came back in the lineup for Game 4 to replace Brown. It's uncertain who would come in for Hyman, but offseason acquisition Jeff Skinner has played only one playoff game. The USA TODAY app gets you to the heart of the news — fast. Download for award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, the eNewspaper and more.
