The Edmonton Oilers are gearing up to face the Florida Panthers in Game 6 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday. The Panthers, led by Sergei Bobrovsky, hold a 3-2 series advantage following their 5-2 win in Game 5 on Saturday and are one victory away from securing back-to-back Stanley Cup titles. This crucial matchup will take place at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, with puck drop scheduled for 8 p.m.
Florida is currently favored on the money line at -156, meaning you’d need to bet $156 to win $100, while Edmonton is the underdog at +130, where a $100 bet could earn $130. The total goals over/under is set at 6.5, with the Panthers favored by -1.5 goals at +158 on the puck line. Edmonton’s Leon Draisaitl is favored to be the first goal scorer with odds over +1000, whereas Florida’s Sam Bennett is -120 to take 3 or more shots on goal. Before making your bets or picks, check out Sportsline’s trusted NHL predictions and model-driven insights for the Panthers vs. Oilers Game 6.
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Here are three key player prop bets for the Panthers vs. Oilers Game 6 (subject to change):
1. Sam Bennett 1+ Points (-135): Bennett has a strong playoff presence with a plus-6 rating, tallying 22 points (15 goals, 7 assists) in 22 NHL playoff games. He scored consistently during Carolina’s Eastern Conference Finals run, with points in six straight games and six points in his last nine home playoff contests. DraftKings Sportsbook lists him at -135, and new users can benefit from a $300 bonus through a $5 bet with their promo code.
2. Sergei Bobrovsky Under 27.5 Saves (-105): The model forecasts a total of 6.5 goals in Game 6, suggesting Bobrovsky may face fewer shots than in previous games. He made 19 saves in Game 5 as the Oilers, who normally average 32 shots per game since Game 4, were limited. DraftKings currently sets this under bet at -105.
3. Leon Draisaitl Anytime Goal (+120): Draisaitl has scored four goals in five games, including clutch overtime goals, and has recorded 11 points (6 goals, 5 assists) in his last seven games against the Panthers. BetMGM offers +120 odds for him scoring anytime in Game 6, with a $1,500 bonus bet available for new users if their first wager loses.
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Fan Take: This game represents a pivotal moment in hockey history as the Panthers chase back-to-back championships, showcasing talent and resilience. For fans and the sport, it highlights the excitement of playoff drama and the potential emergence of new legends on the ice.
