- The Edmonton Oilers are -128 favorites in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
- The Florida Panthers went up 3-0 in last year’s Stanley Cup Finals before allowing three consecutive wins to the Oilers.
EDMONTON – The 2025 Stanley Cup Finals are set to begin with a rematch of last year’s series as the Edmonton Oilers host the defending champion Florida Panthers in Game 1.
Panthers vs Oilers Game Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panthers | +1.5 (-225) | +107 | O 6.0 (-120) |
| Oilers | -1.5 (+185) | -128 | U 6.0 (EVEN) |
According to legal sports betting sites, the Oilers are slight favorites for Game 1, but the Panthers may offer better value at +107 on the moneyline.
Home vs. Road: Who Has the Edge?
The Oilers have gone 6-1 at home during the postseason, including winning their last three games in Edmonton.
The Panthers have been just as good on the road, boasting an 8-2 road record, including five consecutive road wins. Their only road losses came early in the playoffs against Toronto.
Both teams dominated their Conference Finals, winning in five games with a +11 goal differential. Their similar forms set the stage for another evenly matched series.
Flashback to 2024 Finals
Last year, the Panthers jumped to a 3-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals before the Oilers stormed back with three straight wins to force Game 7. Florida managed to secure the Cup in the final game, but were only 1-2 in games played in Edmonton during that series.
However, the Panthers have since defeated elite home teams in Carolina and Tampa Bay on the road, showing their road strength is no fluke. They didn’t drop a single away game to either squad.
Goaltending Could Be the Decider
Florida’s edge may come in net. Sergei Bobrovsky, a two-time Vezina winner and defending champion, has the experience and form. On the other side, Stuart Skinner has had an inconsistent postseason, despite recent improvements.
Final Verdict
Both teams are red-hot and riding momentum, but history, goaltending, and road form favor the Panthers. Backing the defending champs at +107 could be the smartest bet for Game 1.
