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Edmonton Journal
2 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
It never gets old for Corey Perry, now in his sixth Stanley Cup final
Article content 'We've got some guys who don't know that feeling (Jeff Skinner after 1,078 league games). We said after Game 7 (loss in Florida last June) we would be back. And we are back,' said Perry. It never gets old for Perry, being on one of the last two teams standing. Now Perry is old, at least what is says on his birth certificate. But not at work. 'What is he, 56?' kidded his friend and former Anaheim Ducks teammate Kevin Bieksa on SportsNet Thursday night after Perry, who turned 40 two weeks ago scored the Edmonton Oilers ' first goal, flipping one off Stars' goalie Jake Oettinger's arm and into the Dallas net on the power play. Perry's seven goals are remarkably the same as Leon Draisaitl has through the Oilers 16-game run to another Cup finals matchup with Florida Panthers. Only the ousted Mikko Rantanen (Dallas) and Sam Bennett (Florida), who have nine, and Carolina's Andrei Svechnikov (eight) have more than Perry. Chew on that.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Jeff Skinner finally scores a playoff goal after 15 NHL seasons with the Oilers
Jeff Skinner #53 of the Edmonton Oilers (Credit: Getty Image) Jeff Skinner's long wait for a playoff goal is over. After 1,078 regular-season games and 15 seasons, the veteran forward found the back of the net for the first time in the postseason. His milestone moment came in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final. And here the Edmonton Oilers faced the Dallas Stars. The goal came early in the first period and gave Edmonton a 3-0 lead, and it was not a highlight-reel finish, but the timing and context made it special. The puck bounced in front of the Dallas crease after a failed centering pass. Skinner quickly regained control and fired it through goaltender Casey DeSmith's legs. It was a simple finish that meant everything to a player who had waited years for this moment. Skinner's journey to his first playoff goal after a long NHL career Oilers' Jeff Skinner Bangs Home Rebound For First Career Playoff Goal Before joining the Oilers, Jeff Skinner's postseason luck was limited. Despite putting up solid numbers during his career, his teams often failed to qualify for the playoffs. That made his goal on Thursday more than just a stat; it was a moment of validation. The 33-year-old showed patience. Along with persistence and poise. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Skinner's performance shows how seasoned players can bring value in key moments, as his goal not only added to the scoreboard. But also gave the team momentum in a crucial game, and it reminded everyone why experience still matters. Especially when the stakes are high. Oilers close in on Stanley Cup Final return Jeff Skinner #53 of the Edmonton Oilers (Credit: Getty Image) With Skinner's goal helping the Oilers to a strong start, Edmonton moved one step closer to making a second straight trip to the Stanley Cup Final. They are looking to build on last season's run and end a long championship drought. Read more: Smart drafting and strategic player development shaped core of the Eastern Conference champion Florida Panthers Now, with the Oilers holding momentum, they are focused on finishing the job against Dallas. For Skinner, the wait is finally over, and his story adds another layer to Edmonton's playoff push.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oilers Have Big Opportunity In Cup Final Rematch
EDMONTON – They could smell the blood in the water. The Edmonton Oilers forced the Dallas Stars back against the wall. Heading into Thursday night's Game 5, they held a 3-1 edge in the series. Bookmark The Hockey News Edmonton Oilers team site to never miss the latest news, game-day coverage, and more. They've now steamrolled through three different formidable opponents: the Los Angeles Kings, the Vegas Golden Knights, and the Stars. But that's not enough for Connor McDavid and the Oilers. Advertisement Now, they get an opportunity for retribution and redemption. Now, they get their chance to defeat the Florida Panthers and hoist the Stanley Cup. Trending Oilers Stories Jeff Skinner: 3 Surprising Things You Didn't Know Jeff Skinner: 3 Surprising Things You Didn't Know Get to know one of the Edmonton Oilers' newest players, Jeff Skinner. Connor McDavid's Wife Lauren Makes Big Announcement If Oilers Win Tonight, Here's When They Play Next Oilers Jeff Skinner Reaches New Milestone Oilers Secretive Of New Victory Song, "Pink Pony Club" REPORT: Ex-Oilers Jay Woodcroft Surprising Favorite For New Coaching Gig REPORT: Ex-Oilers Jay Woodcroft Surprising Favorite For New Coaching Gig EDMONTON – Good coaches can be hard to find. Advertisement On Thursday, the Oilers chased starting goalie Jake Oettinger after scoring two goals on their first two shots of the game. Then, shortly after, Jeff Skinner scored his first career playoff goal. It takes a team to win a playoff series. The Oilers wouldn't be where they are without the services of Zach Hyman, Jake Walman, Brett Kulak, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Kasperi Kapanen, and Calvin Pickard. Defense wins championships – but so does depth. The Oilers have the opportunity to do something that hasn't been done by a Canadian team in 32 years, and that's win the Stanley Cup. It won't be easy, but nothing worth working for ever is. Add us to your Google News favourites, and never miss a story.
CNN
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Edmonton Oilers coast to Stanley Cup Final showdown against Florida Panthers for second consecutive year
For the second consecutive year, hockey fans will be treated to Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers. The Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars 6-3 on Thursday to win Game 5, and the Western Conference Final, to advance to the Cup. It was a quick start for Connor McDavid and company as Edmonton scored two goals on their first two shots of the game. With the Stars fans on hand at the American Airlines Center stunned, Dallas coach Pete DeBoer pulled goalie Jake Oettinger, who was replaced by Casey DeSmith. Oilers forward Jeff Skinner would tally the team's third goal minutes later. But as the Stars had showed throughout the playoffs, they had no quit. Jason Robertson stopped the bleeding and got Dallas on the board as they took a 3-1 deficit into the first intermission. After a Roope Hintz goal to bring the Stars back to just a one-goal game, it was McDavid that came through and flashed why he is the most dangerous player in the game. The 28-year-old, three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner gathered a redirection from Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner and blazed down center ice to beat DeSmith to extend the lead. Despite Robertson scoring his second goal of the game, the Oilers proved to be too much, adding two more goals to down the Stars in the conference finals for the second straight year and coast to another Cup final against the Panthers. The Oilers celebrated in front of the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl, which McDavid went against all usual hockey norms and touched the trophy. The Oilers didn't touch the trophy last year before losing to the Panthers in seven games. McDavid said after the game he was proud of his team's will all series long. 'It was a long night. We hung in there,' McDavid told the ESPN broadcast. 'I thought we played well all five games. Honestly, everybody stepped up. Everybody made contributions. Fun group to be apart of for sure.' The Oilers will face a Panthers team that is coming off a dominant stretch in this year's playoffs, eliminating the Carolina Hurricanes in five games on Wednesday to secure their third consecutive trip to the Cup. The reigning champions Panthers defeated the Oilers in a hard fought seven-game series last year. McDavid called Florida a 'heck of a team.' 'Obviously, it's their third finals. They're a special group,' McDavid said. 'We're a special group. It's going to be fun. Couldn't ask for a better opportunity to go up against a team that beat us last year. Really excited about it.' The Panthers will look to be the NHL's first team to repeat as Cup champions since their in-state rival, the Tampa Bay Lightning, did so in 2020 and 2021. Edmonton are now four games away from not only winning the franchise's fifth Cup and first since 1990, but they can become the first Canadian team to lift it since the Montreal Canadiens did in 1993. Game 1 is at 8 p.m. ET Wednesday at Rogers Place in Edmonton.
CNN
3 days ago
- Business
- CNN
Edmonton Oilers coast to Stanley Cup Final showdown against Florida Panthers for second consecutive year
For the second consecutive year, hockey fans will be treated to Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers. The Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars 6-3 on Thursday to win Game 5, and the Western Conference Final, to advance to the Cup. It was a quick start for Connor McDavid and company as Edmonton scored two goals on their first two shots of the game. With the Stars fans on hand at the American Airlines Center stunned, Dallas coach Pete DeBoer pulled goalie Jake Oettinger, who was replaced by Casey DeSmith. Oilers forward Jeff Skinner would tally the team's third goal minutes later. But as the Stars had showed throughout the playoffs, they had no quit. Jason Robertson stopped the bleeding and got Dallas on the board as they took a 3-1 deficit into the first intermission. After a Roope Hintz goal to bring the Stars back to just a one-goal game, it was McDavid that came through and flashed why he is the most dangerous player in the game. The 28-year-old, three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner gathered a redirection from Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner and blazed down center ice to beat DeSmith to extend the lead. Despite Robertson scoring his second goal of the game, the Oilers proved to be too much, adding two more goals to down the Stars in the conference finals for the second straight year and coast to another Cup final against the Panthers. The Oilers celebrated in front of the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl, which McDavid went against all usual hockey norms and touched the trophy. The Oilers didn't touch the trophy last year before losing to the Panthers in seven games. McDavid said after the game he was proud of his team's will all series long. 'It was a long night. We hung in there,' McDavid told the ESPN broadcast. 'I thought we played well all five games. Honestly, everybody stepped up. Everybody made contributions. Fun group to be apart of for sure.' The Oilers will face a Panthers team that is coming off a dominant stretch in this year's playoffs, eliminating the Carolina Hurricanes in five games on Wednesday to secure their third consecutive trip to the Cup. The reigning champions Panthers defeated the Oilers in a hard fought seven-game series last year. McDavid called Florida a 'heck of a team.' 'Obviously, it's their third finals. They're a special group,' McDavid said. 'We're a special group. It's going to be fun. Couldn't ask for a better opportunity to go up against a team that beat us last year. Really excited about it.' The Panthers will look to be the NHL's first team to repeat as Cup champions since their in-state rival, the Tampa Bay Lightning, did so in 2020 and 2021. Edmonton are now four games away from not only winning the franchise's fifth Cup and first since 1990, but they can become the first Canadian team to lift it since the Montreal Canadiens did in 1993. Game 1 is at 8 p.m. ET Wednesday at Rogers Place in Edmonton.
