Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final was a nightmare for the Edmonton Oilers. Coming off back-to-back overtime thrillers, the series shifted to Florida with the Oilers hoping to reclaim the series lead — but instead, they were steamrolled by the defending champions.
The Panthers pounced early and never let up, cruising to a 6-1 victory and taking a 2-1 lead in the series. The night was full of penalties, blown coverages, and frustration, capped off by a chaotic third period that looked more like a wrestling match than playoff hockey.
Stuart Skinner was pulled after allowing five goals, sparking questions about whether Calvin Pickard might get the start in Game 4. The Oilers’ penalty kill struggled yet again, and their composure slipped as tensions flared late. Meanwhile, Florida took full advantage of their chances, showing off the discipline, depth, and structure that made them Cup champs a year ago.
Today on Oilersnation Everyday, we’ll dive deep into everything that went wrong for Edmonton — from the special teams breakdowns to the lack of pushback at key moments. We’ll go through the full scoring summary, deliver our One Big Take, and ask the Giant Question: what needs to change heading into Game 4? Can the Oilers settle down and find their game, or are the Panthers firmly in control?
We’re also thrilled to be joined by NHL Network analyst and former Oiler Jason Demers, who will help us break down the turning points from Game 3, the goalie debate heading into Friday, and what it will take for Edmonton to bounce back and even the series. It’s a pivotal moment in the Stanley Cup Final — and we’ve got everything you need to get caught up and ready for what’s next.
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14 Comments
Oilers were unrecognizable last night. I’ve seen every game this year in reg and playoff and I’ve never seen this team before. First they weren’t physical enough and last night they couldn’t play hockey because they were too busy fighting after the whistle. Can they get back to their game…fast, accurate puck moving, hard-checking and goals at the net???
Nurse is cross checking the guy 🤩👀
They will come back but Skinner has to go
Why is it when we win by a wide margin, the reports always says the other team didn’t have a great game ..
but as soon as Florida won by a wide margin.. reports says “Florida flex’s” .. listen, Oilers didn’t show up!! Next game guys
Panthers are infinitely better at playing on the edge, they get close to the line but never seem to cross it. The Oilers? They try and fucking suck at it.
Florida is playing at a 12 right now, Edmonton is at a 3. There is a massive gap between these two teams and if the Oilers don't dominate in game 4 to show they are for real, this series is done in 5.
Wee is bought and paid for by Bettman HELLOOOOO
Shocking, every impotent oiler fan blaming the refs. What a bunch of🐈🐈⬛!!! you’re gonna take another beating in game 4 so start working on your excuses for Mc Jesus and the 12 appendix!!!!!
Klingberg could've reversed it to walman behind the net, instead of overhandling it
Oilers went into Sinaloa in the middle of the night with fake chains and trying to sell sugar.
Oilers need to get rid of Skinner imo. So feast or famine of a goalie, too risky.
The Panthers gave you a wedgie and stole your lunch money.
McDavid is the Karl Malone of the NHL or maybe the Jim Kelly of the NHL or even the Josh Allen of the NHL. All great champions er competitors
Be non biased omg lol. Always the refs always someone else. Never the team just outplaying you
You’ve been down multiple goals every game barely sneaking into ot. Outcoached