Edmonton Oilers vs Florida Panthers picks, predictions: Who wins Stanley Cup Final Game 7? (2024)

Jeremy CluffArizona Republic

USA TODAY Sports: Oilers 4, Panthers 2

Mike Brehm writes: "I originally predicted the Panthers would win the series in seven games but in a more traditional manner, not having a 3-0 lead evaporate. The way it has happened doesn't give me confidence in Florida's ability to turn it around for one final game. The Panthers carried play late in Games 5 and 6 but only after falling behind. Perhaps if they can start Game 7 that way, they will win their first championship. But the Oilers have figured out the Panthers' forechecking scheme and goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, plus they're winning the special teams battle. McDavid will walk away with the Stanley Cup and the Conn Smythe Trophy."

USA TODAY Sports: Oilers 3, Panthers 1

Jace Evans writes: "I picked the Oilers to win the Stanley Cup before the playoffs and I picked them to beat the Panthers in seven before this series – though admittedly, I didn’t expect them to reach Game 7 like this. Can they keep the momentum going? Skeptics will say the concept isn’t real, so it won’t be surprising if an excellent team like Florida finds a way to win on home ice. But there’s no denying the Oilers are playing better right now. Beyond having McDavid – who I expect to have a big Game 7 after a relatively quiet Game 6 by his standards – the Oilers’ biggest, and most surprising, advantage has come in goal. Stuart Skinner has thoroughly outplayed Bobrovsky during Edmonton's comeback, and if "Late Series Stu" shows up again, the Oilers just might complete the greatest comeback in the modern history of the NHL."

Sports Betting Dime: Panthers 3.37, Oilers 3.19

The site's formula predicts that the Panthers will beat the Oilers in Game 7 of their NHL postseason series on Monday.

Who wins Stanley Cup Final? Edmonton Oilers vs Florida Panthers picks, predictions, odds

Odds Trader: Panthers 4, Oilers 3

The site predicts that Florida will defeat Edmonton in Game 7 of the NHL Finals, with a final score of 4-3.

Sportsbook Wire: Oilers 2, Panthers 1

Kevin Erickson writes: "The OILERS (-110) are worth a look in Game 7, as they look to complete the reverse sweep after falling into an 0-3 series hole. Edmonton is looking to become the first team since the Toronto Maple Leafs erased an 0-3 series deficit in the 1945 Stanley Cup Final."

Winners and Whiners: Bet the Oilers in Game 7 vs. Panthers

Mike Fink writes: "The Panthers are hoping to win on their home ice but the Oilers have all the momentum and have taken over this series, making them sure to take over this game for the first period. The Oilers, who have scored 18 goals in the last three games, should find the back of the net at will with Connor McDavid, Zach Hyman, and the rest of the forward unit establishing a strong offensive zone presence and creating open shots with effective puck movement while Evan Bouchard generates shots on the net from the point. The Oilers, who have only allowed 16 goals in this series, should limit the Panthers offense with Evan Bouchard, Mattias Ekholm, and the rest of the defensive unit creating turnovers in the defensive zone and limiting shots on the net, allowing goaltender Stuart Skinner to seal the game with multiple big saves. The Oilers should win Game Seven to complete the first reverse sweep in a Final since 1942. Take the Oilers money line as road Favorites."

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