Jun 8, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid (97) reaches for the puck against Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the third period in game one of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports
- Coming off a 3-0 shutout, the Florida Panthers can take a commanding 2-0 series lead on the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night
- Florida is a slim favorite in the Game 2 odds
- Below, see the Edmonton Oilers vs Florida Panthers Game 2 odds, predictions, player props, and injury reports
The Florida Panthers (52-24-6, 26-13-2 home) moved within three wins of the franchise’s first championship on Saturday with a 3-0 shutout of the Edmonton Oilers (49-27-6, 21-18-2 away) in opening game of the 2024 Stanley Cup final.
The Panthers can take a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series on Monday night in Sunrise, FL, when they host the Oilers in Game 2 at 8:10 pm ET at Amerant Bank Arena.
Just like in the series-opener, Florida is a slight favorite in the Oilers vs Panthers Game 2 odds.
Edmonton Oilers vs Florida Panthers Game 2 Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Puckline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edmonton Oilers | +110 | +1.5 (-240) | Over 5.5 (-110) |
| Florida Panthers | -130 | -1.5 (+196) | Under 5.5 (-110) |
The Panthers are listed as -130 home favorites in Monday’s NHL odds with the Oilers at +110 to even the series at one game apiece. The total remains at 5.5 but the odds have shifted slightly towards the under: in Game 1, the over was favored at -115; in Game 2, the total is -110 both ways.
Odds as of June 10 at Caesars. Check out the top NHL betting apps to land a bonus for Game 2.
Florida entered the finals as slim -125 favorites in the Stanley Cup odds. Their odds improved dramatically to -250 after their victory on Saturday. Edmonton has faded from +105 to +210.
EDM vs FLA Game 2 Injury Reports
Both teams are remarkably healthy for this time of year. On the Edmonton side, deadline acquisition Troy Stecher remains out with an ankle injury. Stecher hasn’t played since April 18.
Florida’s injury report ahead of Game 2 lists winger Ryan Lomberg as “day-to-day” with an undisclosed illness. Center Sam Bennett is also day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
Lomberg sat out Game 1 while Bennett played 15:57 and registered one assist and two shots on goal along with a game-high 11 hits.
Oilers vs Panthers Game 2 Player Props
| Player | Points | Shots | Anytime Goalscorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Ekblad (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +195 | Un -260) | OFF | +750 |
| Aleksander Barkov (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov -195 | Un +154) | 2.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | +225 |
| Anton Lundell (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +145 | Un -190) | 1.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | +370 |
| Brandon Montour (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +154 | Un -200) | 2.5 (Ov +135 | Un -175) | +400 |
| Carter Verhaeghe (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov -175 | Un +135) | 3.5 (Ov +135 | Un -175) | +155 |
| Connor McDavid (EDM) | 1.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 3.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | +140 |
| Eetu Luostarinen (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +190 | Un -250) | OFF | +450 |
| Evan Bouchard (EDM) | 0.5 (Ov -160 | Un +124) | 2.5 (Ov -130 | Un +110) | +330 |
| Evan Rodrigues (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +154 | Un -200) | 1.5 (Ov -150 | Un +120) | +380 |
| Evander Kane (EDM) | 0.5 (Ov +165 | Un -215) | 1.5 (Ov -150 | Un +120) | +340 |
| Gustav Forsling (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +140 | Un -180) | 2.5 (Ov +140 | Un -180) | +550 |
| Leon Draisaitl (EDM) | 0.5 (Ov -230 | Un +175) | 2.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | +140 |
| Matthew Tkachuk (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov -175 | Un +135) | 2.5 (Ov -160 | Un +124) | +170 |
| Mattias Ekholm (EDM) | 0.5 (Ov +185 | Un -245) | 1.5 (Ov -140 | Un +110) | +700 |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (EDM) | 0.5 (Ov -140 | Un +110) | 1.5 (Ov -150 | Un +120) | +300 |
| Sam Bennett (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +120 | Un -150) | 2.5 (Ov +110 | Un -140) | +300 |
| Sam Reinhart (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov -190 | Un +145) | 2.5 (Ov -166 | Un +130) | +125 |
| Vladimir Tarasenko (FLA) | 0.5 (Ov +150 | Un -195) | 1.5 (Ov -145 | Un +114) | +330 |
| Zach Hyman (EDM) | 0.5 (Ov -180 | Un +140) | 3.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | +110 |
NHL player props from DraftKings on June 10.
Despite getting shutout in Game 1, the player props for Game 2 still list postseason scoring leader Connor McDavid at -115 to record a multipoint game. McDavid has 31 points in 19 playoff games to date, including 13 points in his last nine, five of which were multipoint games.
Aleksander Barkov (-195) and Sam Reinhart (-190) have the shortest odds to record a point among Florida players. Barkov is tied for the team lead in playoff scoring (alongside Matthew Tkachuk) at 19. Reinhart led the Panthers in the regular season in goals (57) and points (94), both of which were career-highs.
Edmonton Oilers vs Florida Panthers Game 2 Predictions
The Oilers dominated the shots (32-18) and shot attempts (53-33) in Game 1. Edmonton somehow ended up on the losing end despite a 5.61 to 1.88 edge in Expected Goals For (xGA), according to moneypuck.com. That “somehow” of course can be named as Florida goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, who lowered his playoff GAA to 2.37 and upped his save percentage to .915 with the Game 1 shutout.
Bobrovsky also had a solid .915 SV% last year during Florida’s run to the 2023 finals, which the injury-riddled Panthers lost in five games to Vegas.
At the other end, Edmonton goalie Stuart Skinner looked shaky – just as he did early in the first and second rounds against the Kings and Canucks. Skinner now has a subpar .897 save percentage this playoffs and .891 postseason SV% including last year. The fact that he’s in the conversation for Canada’s starting goalie at the 2026 Olympics is a testament to the weak state of Canadian goaltending.
Edmonton might carry the majority of the play again in Game 2, but their defense corps (especially the bottom-two pairs) are mistake prone and Skinner isn’t likely to bail them out.
EDM vs FLA Game 2 picks:
- Panthers moneyline (-130)
- McDavid under 1.5 points (-115)
- Nugent-Hopkins over 1.5 shots on goal (-150)
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The Edmonton Oilers are set to face off against the Florida Panthers in Game 2 of their series, and fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an exciting matchup. Both teams are coming off strong performances in Game 1, with the Oilers edging out the Panthers in a close contest.
As we look ahead to Game 2, let’s take a closer look at the odds, predictions, player props, and injury reports for both teams.
Odds:
According to the latest odds, the Edmonton Oilers are slight favorites to win Game 2. The Oilers have been playing some of their best hockey of the season, and they will look to continue their winning ways against the Panthers. However, the Panthers are a tough team to beat, and they will be looking to bounce back from their Game 1 loss.
Predictions:
In terms of predictions, this game is shaping up to be a close one. Both teams have talented rosters and strong goaltending, so it could go either way. The Oilers will be relying on their top players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to lead the way, while the Panthers will be looking to their own stars like Aleksander Barkov and Jonathan Huberdeau to step up.
Player Props:
When it comes to player props, keep an eye on McDavid and Draisaitl for the Oilers. These two have been on fire recently and could be poised for big games in Game 2. For the Panthers, Barkov and Huberdeau will be key players to watch, as they have the ability to change the course of the game with their skill and playmaking ability.
Injury Reports:
In terms of injuries, both teams are relatively healthy heading into Game 2. The Oilers have been dealing with some minor bumps and bruises, but nothing that should keep any key players out of the lineup. The Panthers have also been fortunate in terms of injuries, with no major concerns heading into this crucial matchup.
Overall, Game 2 between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers promises to be a thrilling contest. With both teams hungry for a win, fans can expect a fast-paced and intense game that could go down to the wire. Keep an eye on the key players mentioned above, as they could be the difference-makers in this pivotal matchup.