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Time of India
20 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'What the hell?': Oilers' fans lose it as Connor McDavid breaks superstition by touching the Campbell trophy
Image via Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Connor McDavid, the captain of the Edmonton Oilers, shocked the Oilers' fans when he lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl after defeating the Dallas Stars in Game 5. Now, a video has gone viral which shows the Edmonton Oilers' fans losing their minds as the jumbotron showed Connor McDavid lifting the trophy but many fans are not happy with this reaction. The Edmonton Oilers' fans seemed disappointed as Connor McDavid lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl — MaggieBodnar_ (@MaggieBodnar_) The viral video shows a fans screaming, 'What the hell?' as Connor McDavid lifted the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl as other fans seem angry with this gesture of the Edmonton Oilers' captain. Connor McDavid even spoke about touching the trophy and said, 'It's pretty obvious I think. Don't touch it last year, you don't win. Touch it this year, hopefully we win' and fans agree with him. A fan took to X and wrote, 'They didn't touch it last year and they lost. Switching it up. The last 2 teams to touch the trophy actually won. So 🤷♂️' Another fan wrote, 'It's ok #Oilers fans, the team has waaaay more talent & belief in each other that eclipses a superstition. They didn't touch the trophy last year and what did it get them? Belief > Superstition.' A third fan posted, 'they didnt touch it last year and lost idk why people are stressing, it makes sense', while another fan wrote, 'They didn't win last year without touching it, so it's the reverse logic for this year, Touch the cup win the cup.' A fifth fan noted, 'Fans freaking out about Connor touching the trophy. Have no idea in the past when the trophy was touched they won the cup. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo When the trophy wasn't touched, no cup.' With the Edmonton Oilers winning the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final and gearing up to face the Florida Panthers in the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals, things have become pretty intense. For the NHL fans, this seems like history repeating itself after the Florida Panthers faced the Edmonton Oilers in the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals and ended up winning the prestigious Stanley Cup. The 2025 Stanley Cup Finals' Game 1 begins on Wednesday night. Also Read: 'We are going to the finals baby': Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle reacts to Oilers' Game 5 win as she posts a wholesome life update
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'Love you Hymo': Leon Draisaitl's emotional call with Zach Hyman after Game 5 win leaves fans touched by the Oilers' bond
Zach Hyman is recovering from an injury.(Image via Perry Nelson-Imagn Images) The Edmonton Oilers have finally advanced to the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals after defeating the Dallas Stars last night. While the Oilers' fans and players looked ecstatic after the win, Oilers' star player Zach Hyman's absence was felt by all. Now, a heartfelt video related to Zach Hyman and the Oilers' players has gone viral and fans are in awe of the team. Leon Draisaitl 's heartfelt call with Zach Hyman post Game 4 has left fans in awe of the team Recently, the Edmonton Oilers shared a heartwarming video on their official social media accounts. Apparently, after the Edmonton Oilers won Game 5 last night, Leon Draisaitl video called Zach Hyman in the locker room. The video shows Leon Draisaitl saying, "Love you Hymo. Can't wait to see ya pal' to Zach Hyman on the call while Ryan Nugent-Hopkins said, "Love ya" The Oilers' Corey Perry could also be seen joining Leon Draisaitl as he said, 'Love ya Hyms, love you buddy' and fans are here for it. A fan commented, 'hockey players bromance just hits differently 😭', while another fan wrote, 'i f**king love this team.' A third fan posted, 'I love how the team loves each other. Get better Hynman!', while another fan wrote, 'They FaceTimed Zach after the game? I'm gonna cry 😭 this team man.' Post Game 3 win against the Dallas Stars, Connor McDavid had highly praised Zach Hyman in public. While speaking to the media, Connor McDavid said, 'So, he's a wrecking ball out there right now. Everybody's buying in though and doing things that maybe not, you know, the most comfortable things, or the things that maybe they're not the most used to doing.' However, unfortunately, Zach Hyman sustained an injury at Game 4 and now has been ruled out of further games. The Edmonton Oilers' head coach, Kris Knoblauch, has announced that Zach Hyman has undergone surgery but the team has remained silent about the nature and the extent of his injury. At the moment, the Edmonton Oilers are gearing up to face the Florida Panthers in a rematch since the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals where the Oilers ended up losing the game. Also Read: Connor McDavid ends NHL trophy superstition after Game 5 victory over Dallas Stars and fans are standing with him
NBC Sports
2 days ago
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Oilers gladly touched West trophy ahead of Stanley Cup rematch. It was hands off for Panthers in the East
DALLAS — Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid wasn't keeping his hands off the Western Conference championship trophy this time. McDavid gladly touched the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl when accepting it after the Oilers' 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 5 that sent the Oilers to a Stanley Cup Final rematch against the Florida Panthers. 'It's pretty obvious I think,' McDavid said about what was different from the end of last year's West final. 'Don't touch it last year, you don't win. Touch it this year, hopefully we win.' Most NHL teams avoid touching the conference championship trophy, with their goal instead to hoist the Stanley Cup. And Florida didn't touch the Prince of Wales Trophy after wrapping up the East final with a Game 5 win at Carolina. The Panthers are going to their third Stanley Cup Final in a row. The Panthers touched the Prince of Wales Trophy after winning the East in 2023, and lost the final. They didn't last year and then won the Stanley Cup in a seven-game series over McDavid and the Oilers. Edmonton hasn't won a Stanley Cup since all five of the Oilers' titles came during a seven-season span from 1984-90. They also made it back to the Cup Final in 2006.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Connor McDavid's wife, Lauren Kyle McDavid's reaction turns heads after Oilers' Game 5 victory over Stars
The Edmonton Oilers swept the Dallas Stars in five games to reach the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, led by Connor McDavid's brilliance. Off the ice, Connor's wife, Lauren Kyle McDavid, surprised fans with a simple two-word reaction to the win. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Her understated response quickly sparked widespread buzz, capturing attention beyond the game itself. Connor McDavid's wife's two-word reaction after Oilers win While Connor McDavid's skill and leadership on the ice are unquestionable, assisting on crucial goals and racking up an impressive 26 points through 16 playoff games, the spotlight has unexpectedly shifted to Lauren McDavid's brief but loaded social media post. After the Oilers' decisive 6-3 win in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, Lauren shared a video celebrating with friends, captioning it simply: 'Finals baby!!!!' At first glance, it seems like a standard expression of joy. But given the pressures and the constant public gaze on McDavid and his family, some have read this as more than just celebration, perhaps a pointed reminder of the Oilers' return to the big stage after years of falling short. Others wonder if the simplicity masks a deeper narrative: the balancing act Lauren juggles between supporting her superstar husband and managing her ambitious business venture, the upcoming 'Bar Trove' opening in downtown Edmonton on June 6, coinciding with Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. With the Oilers gearing up to face the reigning champions, the Florida Panthers, Lauren's succinct message might also signal readiness, not just for the playoffs, but for the broader life challenges and triumphs ahead. She's been largely behind the scenes, focused on her project, yet her presence on social media confirms she's an active participant in this high-stakes journey. Connor McDavid's performance in the playoffs has been nothing short of spectacular. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now His assist on Corey Perry's opening goal and a clutch goal in the second period of Game 5 showed why he's a three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner and five-time Art Ross Trophy winner. Also Read: As the Oilers prepare for a Stanley Cup 2025 showdown against Florida, all eyes will be on McDavid. But perhaps even more intriguing will be watching how Lauren Kyle McDavid continues to blend celebration, business, and support into this defining season. Sometimes, the smallest words say the loudest things.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
McDavid, 'undrained' Oilers eager for Panthers, Stanley Cup rematch
May 30 (UPI) -- Connor McDavid said the Edmonton Oilers were emotionally drained during last year's run to the Stanley Cup Final, but are now steady as they head into a rematch with the Florida Panthers. McDavid logged a goal and assist in a 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals to help secure the Oilers' title series tickets Thursday in Dallas. Advertisement The Panthers beat the Oilers 4-3 in last year's Stanley Cup Final. Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final will be Wednesday in Edmonton. "I think we are better for going through last year," McDavid told reporters. "It was a great learning experience and it;s really driven us all year. I think this run has felt different than last year. It's felt very normal. It's felt very, I don't want to say boring, but it hasn't been as emotional. We haven't had the highs and we haven't had the lows, just kinda been steady. "I think that's put us in a good position. Those games can be emotionally draining. We are not drained. We've got lots of depth. We've got as good of chance as they do." The Panthers allowed a league-low 2.29 goals per game this postseason. They scored the third-most goals per game (3.88) of any team during their 12-5 postseason run to the Stanley Cup Final. Advertisement Aleksander Barkov's 17 points are tied for the fifth-most this postseason. Fellow Panthers forwards Sam Bennett and Matthew Tkachuk tied for the eight-most points (16). Bennett's 10 goals are the most among postseason players. The Oilers, who went 12-4 so far this postseason, led the NHL with 4.06 goals per game. They allowed the fourth-fewest goals per game (2.81). McDavid and fellow Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl totaled 26 and 25 points, respectively, for the most points among postseason players. Forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins totaled the fourth-most points (18), while defenseman Evan Bouhard tied for the fifth-most points (17) through the Oilers first 16 playoff games. McDavid's 20 assists lead the NHL. The Oilers are 12-2 over their last 14 playoff games. They Panthers are 8-2 over their last 10. Advertisement "We know what they're about," Draisaitl said of the Panthers. "We've played them seven times. They are a good team. We're a really good team as well. Obviously it's nice to get a shot at getting some revenge, but we are a long ways from that. We'll enjoy this, move on and get ready." Draisaitl logged two assists in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. Forwards Mattias Janmark, Kasperi Kapanen, Jeff Skinner, Corey Perry and Evander Kane joined McDavid as the Oilers' goal scorers. Perry started the scoring with a power-play goal 2:31 seconds into the series finale. McDavid and Draisaitl assisted that goal. Janmark and Skinner proceeded to added two more goals in a span of 58 seconds, giving the Oilers a 3-0 lead 8:07 into the first period. Advertisement Stars forwards Jason Robertson and Roope Hintz cut into the deficit, but McDavid pushed the lead to two scores with a sensational goal with 6:32 remaining in the second period. Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm started that play with a blocked shot, which sent the puck flying toward the neutral zone. McDavid quickly chased down the puck and darted over the blue line, out-skating several defenders. He then pulled the puck to his backhand, before moving it to his forehand. McDavid then slashed it back to his left and flicked the puck into the back fo the net, beating Stars goaltender Casey DeSmith. Robertson answered with a wrist shot 38 seconds into the third period, but the Stars didn't score again. Kane and Kapanen lit the lamp two more times down the stretch to secure the win. Advertisement The Oilers will host the Panthers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final at 8 p.m. EDT Wednesday on TNT, truTV and Max. Several sports books list both the Oilers and Panthers as favorites to win the best-of-seven game series. "I think it's been a different experience," McDavid said. "Some teams get really hot coming down the stretch and they ride it all the way through the playoffs. For us, it's kinda come together in the playoffs. We've been building and building our game. We are starting to see some of our best hockey. ... Our best hockey is still in front of us, which is a great thing." Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final will be June 6 in Edmonton. The Panthers will host Game 3 on June 9 in Sunrise, Fla. They will host Game 4 on June 12 at Amerant Bank Arena.
