Leon Draisaitl

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Oilers unravel as 'penalty chaos' reigns in Game 3

In a penalty-laden Game 3, Oilers fell to the Panthers, with McDavid and Draisaitl struggling to respond.

ESPN NHL

Why the Oilers have a lot of questions to answer before Game 4

As the Oilers face the Kings, McDavid and Draisaitl must step up to ignite their playoff run.

Sportsnet

Oilers' Knoblauch on too many men penalty: 'Wish they'd called Game 2'

Oilers coach Adam Knoblauch discusses the critical too many men penalty in Game 2, impacting players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Sportsnet

Oilers' Knoblauch talks to media after Game 3 loss to Panthers

Oilers coach Jay Knoblauch discusses team struggles after Game 3 loss to Panthers, focusing on player adaptability and teamwork.

Sportsnet

Open Thread: Game 3 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers

Oilers vs. Panthers in Game 3: A thrilling battle for the Stanley Cup with high stakes and standout performances.

RMNB

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