The Edmonton Oilers aim to extend their lead to 2-0 in the series as they face the Florida Panthers in Game 2 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final this Friday. Edmonton secured a dramatic comeback victory in Game 1 on Wednesday, winning 4-3 in overtime thanks to Leon Draisaitl`s power-play goal with just 31 seconds remaining.
Game 2 is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at Rogers Place in Edmonton. According to the latest betting information, Edmonton is favored on the money line at -129, meaning a $129 wager would yield a $100 profit. Florida is the underdog at +109, offering a $109 profit on a $100 bet. The total number of goals expected is set at 6.5. On the puck line, the Oilers are -1.5 with odds of +187.
Based on simulations from a respected sports projection model, key predictions for the game suggest the Panthers covering the puck line at +1.5 (-228) and the total goals staying Under 6.5 (-125). The model indicates a strong likelihood (over 70%) of Florida covering the puck line, continuing a trend of close contests between the two teams. Game 1 marked the fourth consecutive one-goal game between these opponents, including Game 7 of the previous year`s final.
Regarding the total goals, despite recent games exceeding 6.5, the model leans towards a lower-scoring affair in Game 2, emphasizing improved defensive efforts. Florida`s goaltender, Sergei Bobrovsky, had a standout performance in Game 1, stopping 42 shots, and the team`s defense will need to support him. Similarly, Edmonton will need a solid defensive showing to back their goaltender, Stuart Skinner.
