Panthers Unleash Fury in Game 3 Beatdown Over Oilers
What a wild night it was in Florida! If you're just catching up, Game 3 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers wasn’t just a hockey game—it was a spectacle, an all-out statement from the Panthers. The series came into Amerant Bank Arena tied at 1-1, but after this chaotic, emotional, and downright aggressive Game 3, the Panthers left no doubt about who had the upper hand on home ice.
From the very beginning, Florida played this game on their terms. The Oilers, perhaps feeling the pressure to keep up physically, fell right into the Panthers’ trap. And it cost them. Edmonton tried to go blow-for-blow, scrap-for-scrap, but Florida thrives in the chaos. They welcomed it. They baited the Oilers, and then punished them—both on the scoreboard and in the trenches.
The turning point? That relentless second period, where penalties piled up like kindling, and the Panthers lit the match. By the time the third period rolled around, Florida wasn’t just leading—they were dominating. At one point, chants of “We want Skinner!” echoed from the crowd, a clear jab at Edmonton’s goaltender, who had already been yanked from the game in favor of Calvin Pickard after letting in five goals.
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Tempers flared and fists flew. There were misconducts, majors, scrums, and nearly constant special teams action. Players from both teams were escorted off the ice with 10-minute penalties. It was pure playoff mayhem. And yet, amid the brawls, the Panthers never lost focus. They capitalized on a 5-on-3 power play, extended their lead, and never looked back. Evan Rodrigues and Aaron Ekblad were clinical, taking full advantage of Edmonton’s disarray.
The final score? A lopsided 6-1 win for Florida.
Brad Marchand, who already had the Game 2 double-overtime winner to his name, helped set the tone early with physicality and presence. Sam Bennett remained a thorn in Edmonton’s side. And Sergei Bobrovsky, though not overworked, held strong when needed.
This wasn’t just about one win. This was psychological warfare. Florida didn’t just beat Edmonton—they rattled them. They exposed cracks in composure and discipline. For the Oilers, Game 4 now becomes a must-win, not just to even the series, but to restore their identity. One more Florida win, and this series could spiral out of reach for Edmonton.
So here we are: Game 3 goes to the Panthers in emphatic fashion. The series sits at 2-1, with Game 4 looming on Thursday. One thing's certain—if Florida keeps dragging the Oilers into the mud, this could be a very short series from here on out.
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