In a dominant performance, the Florida Panthers secured a 6-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup final, taking a 2-1 series lead. Brad Marchand and Sam Bennett continued their scoring streak, with Marchand becoming the oldest player to score in each of the first three final games. Bennett, the NHL playoff-leading goal scorer, capitalized on a turnover after a big hit to net his 14th goal.

The Panthers’ offensive prowess extended beyond Marchand and Bennett, with Sam Reinhart and Carter Verhaeghe also finding the back of the net. Aaron Ekblad’s goal prompted the Oilers to pull goaltender Stuart Skinner in the face of a relentless Panthers attack. Sergei Bobrovsky’s stellar goaltending performance earned him chants from the enthusiastic crowd, thwarting the Oilers’ limited scoring opportunities.

Corey Perry, the oldest player in the series at 40, showcased his skills with a power-play goal for the Oilers. However, Edmonton’s star player, Connor McDavid, struggled to make an impact as the team unraveled, accumulating numerous penalties and engaging in physical altercations.

Game 3 marked a stark departure from the tightly contested previous matchups, with the Panthers dominating play. As both teams prepare for Game 4, the Panthers aim to extend their lead and move closer to a consecutive Stanley Cup victory.