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Miami Herald
42 minutes ago
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Florida Panthers injury updates as team returns to practice ahead of Stanley Cup Final
The Florida Panthers returned to the ice for practice at the Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday ahead of their Stanley Cup Final rematch against the Edmonton Oilers, which begins Wednesday at Rogers Place (8 p.m., TNT, truTV, Max). They did so without three regulars in forwards Anton Lundell, Eetu Luostarinen and A.J. Greer. Of the three, Panthers coach Paul Maurice said 'the only question mark is Greer' entering the Final. 'We'll list him as day to day,' Maurice said. Greer did not finish two of Florida's final three games of the Eastern Conference final against the Carolina Hurricanes due to undisclosed injuries. He missed the final 4:02 of Game 3 after appearing to tighten something up late in that game, a 6-2 Florida win. He did not play in Game 4 and then exited the Panthers' 5-3 series-clinching win on Wednesday early in the third period, not taking the ice for the final 18:35 of the contest. Through 12 postseason games, Greer has three points (two goals, one assist) in addition to logging 45 hits while averaging just 7:47 of ice time. Luostarinen, who did solo work on a separate sheet of ice Saturday with skills coach Max Ivanov while the team practiced on the main rink, left Game 5 in the first period after missing an attempted hit on the boards. The 26-year-old forward has been one of Florida's surprise stars this postseason, logging 13 points (four goals, nine assists) in 17 games while being a critical player on Florida's penalty kill. 'He should be fine,' Maurice said after the game. 'I'm not a doctor. ... We don't think this is serious. We think he'll be right and ready.' Lundell hasn't missed a game this postseason and was on the ice for 14:06 in Game 5. He scored the Panthers' go-ahead goal in Game 5 during the second period and has 12 points (five goals, seven assists) in 17 games.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Ticket prices for Stanley Cup Final start high, keep going up
The 2026 Stanley Cup Final is just a few short days away from beginning. It features a rematch of last year's Final, a seven-game epic between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. Back then, it was the Panthers who came out on top. Advertisement Do the Cats have what it takes to pull off the rare back-to-back win, or will Edmonton's hunger and drive be enough to push them over the top this time? The drama and intrigue surrounding the sequel series has hockey fans amped up and excited to see how the matchup between two powerhouse teams plays out. Evidence of that excitement can be seen in the ticket prices for the Final games so far. Looking on the secondary market at Stubhub, THN Florida checked the lowest prices for each of the seven games. Interestingly, the tickets get more expensive the deeper we get into the series. Either way, even if you want to go to an early game, it's going to cost a pretty penny. Advertisement For the games in South Florida, here is how the prices are looking as of Saturday morning: Game 3: $593 Game 4: $596 Game 6: $957 As for the games up in Edmonton, here's how those prices look: Game 1: $532 Game 2: $695 Game 5: $1,013 Game 7: $1,394 Are you planning to head to any of the Stanley Cup Final games over the next couple weeks? Let us know in the comments below! LATEST STORIES FROM THE HOCKEY NEWS - FLORIDA The Hockey Show: Talking Stanley Cup Final rematch, Florida Panthers roots with Bob Wischusen Examining how rare Stanley Cup Final rematches are as Panthers, Oilers prepare for sequel series Advertisement 3 Things Panthers Need To Beat Oilers & Win Stanley Cup Again Matthew Tkachuk Boldly Predicted This To Connor McDavid Last Year Schedule set for 2025 Stanley Cup Final rematch between Panthers and Oilers Photo caption: Jun 24, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers fans celebrate during the second period against the Edmonton Oilers in game seven of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
McDavid seen as ‘everything' to Oilers as Edmonton prepares for Cup Final rematch
For the second straight year, the Edmonton Oilers are four wins away from capturing the Stanley Cup. This time, they return with unfinished business against the Florida Panthers, who edged them in a dramatic seven-game series last season. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The rematch is set, with Game 1 at Rogers Place, and the stakes are as high as ever for a team built to win now. Leading the charge once again is Connor McDavid, whose playoff dominance has pushed Edmonton back into the Final. The 28-year-old leads all scorers with 26 postseason points and has powered the Oilers through big moments, including his crucial Game 5 performance against the Dallas Stars to secure the Western Conference title. McDavid long-term contract top priority after playoffs Connor McDavid Sets Up Corey Perry For The Oilers' Fifth Straight Icebreaker While the Stanley Cup Final takes center stage, a critical timeline approaches. McDavid's eight-year deal ends after the 2025-26 season. On July 1, he becomes eligible to sign a new contract with the Oilers. For Jackson and the front office, securing McDavid's future is the clear next step once this playoff run ends. Jackson, who was McDavid's agent for over a decade before taking on his current role, understands the importance of building long-term success around the captain. But he insists it's about more than relationships. It's about the vision. The Oilers believe they can be a perennial contender, and convincing McDavid of that is the ultimate pitch. Team stability and leadership support franchise goals Connor McDavid #97 of the Edmonton Oilers (Credit: Getty Image) Much of Edmonton's resurgence can be traced back to the moves made over the past year. The front office reshaped its structure, including bringing in former Chicago GM Stan Bowman, who was reinstated by the NHL in 2024. His experience has added depth and calm to an already focused organization. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Read more: As the Stanley Cup Final begins, the Oilers stand not only as contenders but as a team rooted in belief. With Connor McDavid at the center of everything, Edmonton isn't just playing for a trophy. They're playing for a future they hope will include their captain for many more seasons to come.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Brad Marchand is grateful yet emotional as the unexpected Stanley Cup Final return nears
Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers (Credit: Getty Image) Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers (Credit: Getty Image) Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers (Credit: Getty Image) Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers (Credit: Getty Image) Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers (Credit: Getty Image) 1 2 Brad Marchand's a moment laced with emotion, as now he is one series away from possibly lifting the Cup again, wearing a jersey he never expected to wear. This year marks Marchand's fourth appearance in the Final. Unlike his previous runs with the Bruins, this one comes after a surprising trade at the NHL deadline. The Panthers took a bold step by acquiring him on March 7. Since then, he has seamlessly blended into Florida's postseason machinery. His performance speaks volumes: four goals, 14 points, and a plus-11 rating in 17 playoff games. But behind the numbers is a player working through a mix of emotions. Grateful but surprised by the Panthers' journey Marchand has not hidden his surprise about how the last few months have unfolded. While his contributions on the ice have been vital for Florida, off the ice, he continues to process the unexpected nature of his move. For a player who wore the Bruins sweater for over a decade and a half, changing cities and colors wasn't easy. He acknowledges the rarity of this opportunity and how special it is to still be playing at this level. The Panthers have welcomed him, and he has delivered the veteran leadership and playoff edge they hoped for. Still, the shift from Boston to Florida was more than just a change of scenery. Though he may not have pictured himself in this role with Florida, he is determined to make the most of it. Marchand's Florida impact felt in every shift Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers (Credit: Getty Image) Since joining the Panthers, Marchand has elevated an already strong team. His two-way play and playoff poise have been critical in Florida's run back to the Final. Now, as they prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers, his presence looms large. Read more: Darche embraces the Islanders' challenge with a vision to build a perennial playoff contender Whether he ends the season hoisting the Cup or not, Marchand's 2024 journey stands as a powerful reminder of how quickly things can change in hockey and how grace and grit can carry a player through.
Belfast Telegraph
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Derry hope Cormac O'Doherty can point the way to Christy Ring Cup delight
While Derry took their lead from inspirational skipper Cormac O'Doherty in accounting for Wicklow by 2-20 to 1-13 at the Semi-Final stage — he actually matched Wicklow's score — London turned on the style in accounting for Tyrone in their Semi by 4-20 to 1-13 with Conor O'Carroll (2-3) and Sean Glynn (1-4) leading the way. While the experienced O'Doherty is again expected to prove Derry's scorer supreme, Mark Craig, Patrick Turner, Ruairi O' Mianian, Richie Mullan, James Friel and John Mullan are also likely to prove key players given their input to the Oak Leaf outfit to date. London, though, are not short on fire power with the O'Carroll-Glynn duo expected to lead the way again in putting scores on the board. Cavan and New York, meanwhile, will cross swords in the Lory Meagher Cup decider as part of the attractive triple bill at Headquarters on Saturday afternoon (3.00pm) where the US side will bid to rise to the occasion. Their manager Richie Hartnett is hopeful that his players can lift up their standard of performance against a Breffni County outfit that have held firm to date. The New York outfit are not short on scoring talent with former Galway All-Ireland winner Johnny Glynn and ex-Cork player Sean O'Leary-Hayes along with the impressive Aidan James Willis and David Mangan likely to carry a big threat on this occasion. Cavan, for their part, are likely to look to players such as Enda Shalvey, Stephen Sheridan, Canice Maher, Sean Keating and Eamon Og McAllister to set the tone for their performance against a New York side that is certainly not lacking in experience or guile. The Breffni side, though, have shown solid commitment of late but they will need to hit the ground running if they are to prove a thorn in the side of their opponents. In the Nicky Rackard Cup Final, Mayo and Roscommon will do battle in the opening match of the Croke Park finals festival (1.00pm). Mayo can look to an experienced corps of players that includes Oisin Creally, Simon Thomas, David Kenny, Liam Lavin and Cormac Phillips while Roscommon can take their inspiration from Enda Lawless, Conor Cosgrove, Eoin Fitzgerald and Brendan Mulry. Both teams have shown impressive form in reaching the Final which should provide an insight into the standard of hurling in Connacht right now. Mayo, though, might just come out on top in this one although it might prove to be a tough battle.
