There’s a reason why Sergei Bobrovsky is the only active goaltender with multiple Vezina Trophies. Though he’s experienced ups and downs, when he’s on, he’s on. No one knows that better than the Oilers.
The Panthers head into Monday night with a 1-0 series lead in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final thanks to the stellar play of their veteran goaltender. Bobrovsky was sensational in Game 1, turning aside all 32 shots he faced from a high-powered Oilers attack.
At times, Edmonton was running circles around Florida, as Connor McDavid and Co. generated chance after chance in the offensive zone. But the Panthers’ last line of defense is the best goaltender the Oilers have seen yet in the 2024 NHL playoffs, and they got a taste of what a locked-in Bobrovsky looks like.
MORE: Watch Oilers vs. Panthers 2024 Stanley Cup Final on Fubo (free trial)
Offensively, Carter Verhaeghe and Evan Rodrigues were the two goal scorers for Paul Maurice’s unit, along with Eetu Luostarinen, who sealed the victory with an empty-net goal in the dying seconds. Aleksander Barkov dished out two assists and was successful in keeping McDavid off the scoresheet for only the fifth time in 19 playoff games.
As Maurice said after the team’s win, the Panthers have plenty of room for improvement. If not for a classic Bobrovsky showing, Florida could certainly be the team down a game in the series.
Will it be another winning performance from the Eastern Conference champs? Or can McDavid tie the series before it shifts to Edmonton?
The Sporting News is providing all of the updates and highlights from Panthers vs. Oilers Game 2 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final.
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Panthers vs. Oilers score
| 1 | 2 | 3 | OT | F | |
| Oilers | – | – | – | – | – |
| Panthers | – | – | – | – | – |
Panthers vs. Oilers updates, highlights from Game 2 of 2024 Stanley Cup Final
(All times Eastern)
8:47 p.m.: Oh, man. Oilers escape trouble with a Florida tripping call. It’ll be 4-on-4 for two minutes before Panthers take back advantage.
8:45 p.m.: This power play could be game-changing. The Oilers will have their hands full for five minutes.
8:40 p.m.: Luostarinen takes a gnarly hit to the knee and can’t put weight on his left leg. Foegele picks up a five-minute major for kneeing. He was ejected from the game.
8:38 p.m.: Excellent penalty kill by Florida, not even allowing a shot from Edmonton. Oilers barely had time on attack in that two-minute frame.
8:33 p.m.: Bennett picks up a penalty for tripping, and the Oilers will go on the power play. They went 0 for 3 in Game 1.
8:31 p.m.: Panthers had a good offensive set, holding the puck in the offensive zone for over 40 seconds, but neither of the two shots got past Skinner.
8:25 p.m.: Just one shot between both teams through the first 3:13 in the opening period. No real scoring opportunities yet.
8:21 p.m.: Alonzo Mourning, former Miami Heat player, bangs the drum moments before puck drop. Game 2 is underway!
Alonzo Mourning banging the drum to get us started tonight. pic.twitter.com/FB9d5V2fOh
— Adam Lichtenstein (@ABLichtenstein) June 11, 2024
Pregame
8:14 p.m.: Florida vs. Oilers is almost here. Buckle up for Game 2. Live updates to come.
8:00 p.m.: Oilers taking the ice for Game 2:
OUT FOR GAME 2⃣ pic.twitter.com/ses34dqY1b
— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) June 11, 2024
7:54 p.m.: Here are the Panthers warming up ahead of Game 2:
#FlaPanthers in warmups:
Verhaeghe – Barkov – Reinhart
Tkachuk – Bennett – Rodrigues
Luostarinen – Lundell – Tarasenko
Lorentz – Stenlund – OkposoForsling – Ekblad
Mikkola – Montour
OEL – KulikovBobrovsky
Stolarz— Jameson Olive (@JamesonCoop) June 10, 2024
7:18 p.m.: Puck drop is under an hour away as the Oilers look to bounce back after their Game 1 loss on the road.
What channel is Panthers vs. Oilers on today?
- TV channel: ABC (U.S.) | Sportsnet, CBC, TVA (Canada)
- Live stream: Fubo | NordVPN
Game 2 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final between the Panthers and Oilers will air live in the U.S. on ABC.
In Canada, fans can catch the game on Sportsnet, CBC or TVA.
Fans hoping to stream the action in the U.S. can do so on Fubo, which offers a free trial. That way, you can try before you buy.
If Game 2 of Panthers vs. Oilers is not available to watch live in your location or if you’re traveling abroad, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs provide a secure and private online connection, allowing you to bypass geographical restrictions to access your favorite streaming services from any device, anywhere in the world.
Panthers vs. Oilers Game 2 start time
- Date: Monday, June 10
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
Game 2 of Panthers vs. Oilers will begin at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, June 10.
The game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
Panthers vs. Oilers series schedule
| Date | Game/Result | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat., June 8 | Game 1: Panthers 3, Oilers 0 | — | ABC, Fubo |
| Mon., June 10 | Game 2: Oilers at Panthers | 8 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |
| Thurs., June 13 | Game 3: Panthers at Oilers | 8 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |
| Sat., June 15 | Game 4: Panthers at Oilers | 8 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |
| Tues., June 18 | *Game 5: Oilers at Panthers | 8 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |
| Fri., June 21 | *Game 6: Panthers at Oilers | 8 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |
| Mon., June 24 | *Game 7: Oilers at Panthers | 8 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |
*if necessary
