Oilers Force Game 6 Against Panthers with Second Consecutive Win
Panthers' 3-0 Series Lead Cut to 3-2
Edmonton Oilers Stave Off Elimination
EDMONTON, Alberta - The Edmonton Oilers have dragged the Florida Panthers back to Edmonton for a Game 6 after falling into a 3-0 hole to start the series. The Oilers won 4-2 in Game 5 on Monday night, marking the second consecutive game in which they have defeated the Panthers.
The Oilers now need just one more win to force a Game 7. The Panthers, on the other hand, are facing elimination.
Panthers fans in Oakland Park, Florida, remain hopeful that their team can pull off a comeback. However, the Oilers have shown resilience and determination in the last two games, and they will be looking to finish the series at home on Wednesday night.
Panthers forward Nick Cousins, who has been scratched from the last eight playoff games, will be in the lineup for Game 6. The Panthers will also be hoping for a better performance from their power play, which has struggled throughout the series.
The Oilers, meanwhile, will be looking to keep their momentum going. They have been led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, who have combined for 10 points in the last two games.
The Oilers and Panthers will face off in Game 6 on Wednesday night at Rogers Place in Edmonton. The puck drops at 8:00 p.m. ET.
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