The Edmonton Oilers have made an incredible comeback in the Stanley Cup Final. After being down three games to none, they have managed to win back-to-back games against the Florida Panthers, forcing a Game 6 on Tuesday.
In Game 5 on the road, the Oilers defeated the Panthers 5-3, bringing the series back to Canada. The game started with the Panthers on a power play, but it was Connor Brown of the Oilers who scored a short-handed breakaway goal, giving Edmonton an early lead of 1-0. This momentum continued from Game 4, where the Oilers dominated with an 8-1 victory.
The second period saw a flurry of goals, with Zach Hyman and Connor McDavid extending the Oilers’ lead to 3-0. However, the Panthers fought back, scoring two goals to bring the game within reach. Despite their efforts, the Panthers were unable to equalize, and an empty-net goal by McDavid sealed the victory for the Oilers.
This win marked a historic moment for the Oilers, as they became the first team in NHL history to win Game 5 on the road after trailing 3-0. They are now aiming to become the fifth team in NHL history to win a series after facing a 3-0 deficit. The last team to achieve this feat was the 2014 Los Angeles Kings, who went on to win the Stanley Cup that year.
Game 6 is set to take place in Alberta on Friday at 8 p.m. ET, where the Oilers will look to continue their remarkable comeback. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling Stanley Cup Final matchup.