Leon Draisaitl

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Panthers clobber Oilers: Grades, key players, big questions for both teams

Connor McDavid shines as Oilers win Game 3 against Panthers in Stanley Cup Final. Overtime heroics set the tone for the series.

ESPN NHL

How Oilers' lack of discipline let Panthers play their way in Game 3 rout

Oilers' discipline issues lead to power play opportunities for Panthers as McDavid and Draisaitl struggle in Game 3 rout.

Sportsnet

Watch Live: Game 3 post-game coverage on Sportsnet Central

Oilers' Connor McDavid shines as they face Panthers in a thrilling Game 3 Stanley Cup Final showdown.

Sportsnet

Oilers' Skinner replaced by Pickard after allowing five goals

Stuart Skinner replaced by Calvin Pickard after allowing five goals as Oilers struggle in recent matchup.

Sportsnet

Ekblad's power-play finish knocks Oilers' Skinner out of game

Ekblad's stunning power-play goal leads the Panthers to victory over the Oilers, sending Skinner out of the game.

Sportsnet

Oilers Pushing NHL to Monitor Critical Element of Cup Final

Oilers urge NHL to enhance officiating and player safety monitoring as Stanley Cup Final approaches.

The Hockey Writers

Are the Panthers playing a bit too much dump-and-chase?

The Panthers' dump-and-chase strategy is hurting their game—players like Barkov and Tkachuk need to adjust for success.

Daily Faceoff

Projected Lineups for the Oilers vs Panthers – 6/9/25

Oilers vs. Panthers: McDavid and Barkov lead their teams in a thrilling matchup filled with skill and intensity.

The Hockey Writers

Why we might see a legit Oilers reboot of defence pairings for Game 3

Oilers consider new defensive pairings to boost playoff performance with Nurse and Ceci leading the charge.

Sportsnet

Game 3 Notebook: Nugent-Hopkins' status causes concern for Oilers

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' injury raises concern for the Oilers ahead of Game 3 as they aim for a pivotal playoff victory.

Sportsnet

Oilers' Knoblauch on net-front physicality: 'It's a fine line'

Oilers' Brad Knoblauch stresses net-front physicality as key for McDavid and Draisaitl's scoring success.

Sportsnet

Draisaitl snipe, McDavid multiple points almost automatic lock-in prop bets

Draisaitl and McDavid's chemistry makes them top picks for prop bets among hockey fans.

Sportsnet

Inside the numbers: Where Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl rank as an all-time playoff duo

Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl lead the charge in the thrilling 2025 NHL playoffs.

ESPN NHL

Panthers-Oilers Game 3 preview: Who will take a 2-1 lead?

Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final features the Panthers and Oilers, with stars like Connor McDavid and Aleksander Barkov ready to shine.

ESPN NHL

Behind the Bench, Beyond the Stars: Knoblauch’s Oilers Are Built to Win

Edmonton Oilers, led by McDavid and Draisaitl, aim for a Stanley Cup under Knoblauch's guidance.

The Hockey Writers

Oilers shrug off 'what-ifs,' turn page after OT loss

Oilers rally after emotional loss to Devils; Draisaitl, McDavid focus on resilience and bouncing back stronger.

ESPN NHL

Knoblauch impressed with Oilers' stars setting the tone after Game 2 loss

Knoblauch praises Oilers stars McDavid and Draisaitl for their leadership after a Game 2 loss, stressing the need to set the tone.

Sportsnet

'You can't learn that': Oilers' Draisaitl on McDavid's Game 2 assist

Leon Draisaitl praises Connor McDavid's unique playmaking skills in recent playoff discussions.

Sportsnet

Oilers' Draisaitl emphasizes small details in tight series vs. Panthers

Leon Draisaitl stresses the importance of small details as Oilers face Panthers in a tightly contested playoff series.

Sportsnet

Oilers’ Play Is a Sad Reality of How Far Flames Are From Being a Contender

The stark contrast between the Oilers' success and Flames' struggles highlights the latter's challenges in being a contender.

The Hockey Writers