Stanley Cup Final Preview: Panthers vs. Oilers and the Battle for Hockey Supremacy

The Stanley Cup Final begins with a rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers, with the series starting in Edmonton. The Panthers, last year's champions, aim to defend their title against the Oilers, who finished with a better regular-season record. Both teams are familiar with the playoff atmosphere, and the game is expected to be competitive, with historical success favoring the team that wins Game 1. Key players include Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl for the Oilers, and Matthew Tkachuk for the Panthers.