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3 days ago
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Panthers Reveal Big Injury Update Ahead of Stanley Cup Final
Panthers Reveal Big Injury Update Ahead of Stanley Cup Final originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As the Florida Panthers get ready for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers, the team could be getting back some skaters. Forwards Eetu Luostarinen, Anton Lundell, and A.J. Greer did not practice with the team on Saturday, but head coach Paul Maurice isn't worried. Advertisement "I think the only question mark is Greer," Maurice said. "We will list him as day to day. The other guys are fine. They'll be back on the ice tomorrow when we do a little bit of an optional." This would be massive for the Panthers, who have been dealing with some injuries to the depth of the roster. Luostarinen and Greer were each injured in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes. Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice on the ice after the third period and and win against the Carolina Hurricanes in game five of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Guillory-Imagn Images Florida battled some depth issues down the stretch of the series with Carolina, but could be getting back the pieces for this championship match. The Panthers are looking to repeat as champions and are hoping that they can have a similar result to last year. Advertisement "I will say, we will have more energy for this series than any of the three prior," Maurice said. "I am sure that's true for Edmonton as well. The regular season was more of a grind for us than either of the two previous. Then, in each round, there is a bigger build to excitement just because there is a light at the end of the tunnel. The Stanley Cup Final between the two teams is set to begin on Wednesday, June 4, at 8 p.m. ET. Related: NHL Insider Links Ducks With Former Joel Quenneville Star Related: Panthers Receive Brutal Prediction For Oilers Stanley Cup Final Rematch This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
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21-05-2025
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Sebastian Aho Reveals Major Advantage Hurricanes Have Over Capitals
The Carolina Hurricanes will be looking to take a 3-1 series lead over the Washington Capitals in Game 4 of their second-round playoff series. Carolina has overwhelmed the Capitals in this series, and they've put the top-seed in the Eastern Conference on the ropes. Heading into Game 4, the Hurricanes have found multiple different ways to win games. Part of this is due to the strong core group that they have, and how everyone has come together for a common goal. Advertisement Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho discussed this fact and talked about an advantage that Carolina tends to have over opponents. "So far in this postseason, it's been kind of our strength that different guys have been scoring goals and creating offense. That's kind of our thing, come wave after wave after wave, put the pressure on them.", he said. Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho (20) celebrates his goal against the New Jersey Devils during the second period in game five of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Guillory-Imagn Images The Hurricanes are entering Game 4 with a lot of confidence, especially since they were excellent at home during the regular season. Carolina went 31-9-1 in front of their home fans during the year, and they have gone 4-0 during the postseason so far. Advertisement Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour has been happy with his team's performance so far, but knows the series isn't over yet. "We're doing a lot of things right," Carolina coach Rod Brind'Amour said. "I've loved the three games we've played. There's certainly parts of the game where you'd like to be better, but we're playing a great team. I mean, they're going to put their will on us too at times. I've been very, very happy with the way we've played all three games." Game 4 between the two sides is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Monday. Related: Capitals' Spencer Carbery Turns Heads With Alexander Ovechkin Comments Related: Maple Leafs' Craig Berube Raises Eyebrows With Mitch Marner Comments
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16-05-2025
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NHL Makes Major Change to Capitals-Hurricanes Playoff Series
The Carolina Hurricanes are looking to knock out the Washington Capitals in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Hurricanes currently own a 3-1 series advantage as the two sides get ready for a crucial Game 5. Washington will be looking to keep their season alive and send this series back to Carolina. The top-seeded Capitals haven't looked very strong in this matchup, and Carolina has been able to take advantage. Advertisement While it remains to be seen if there will be a Game 6, the NHL has announced the start time for the potential game. Game 6 will take place on Saturday, May 17, at 8 p.m. ET. The Capitals are hoping that Game 6 will indeed be played, and they are entering Game 5 with a lot of confidence. Forward Tim Wilson believes that all this team needs is one win to open the floodgates. "I have no doubt with this group that the guys sitting on either side of me and across from me are going to bring everything they have and we're going to do our best to show up and fight, and if we do that, we're confident we're going to make some noise and start with one (win).", he said. Carolina Hurricanes left wing Taylor Hall (71) and Washington Capitals defenseman Matt Roy (3) chase after the puck during the third period in game four of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Guillory-Imagn Images Washington was the best team in the Eastern Conference this season, so they will look to bring that firepower in Game 5. The Hurricanes have done an excellent job containing the normally explosive Washington offense, leading to the Capitals searching for answers. Advertisement Game 5 is set to kick off at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday. Related: Islanders Get Big Injury Update on Projected First Pick Matthew Schaefer Related: Oilers' Kris Knoblauch Raises Eyebrows With Stuart Skinner Comments
