In Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers were shut out 3-0 by Sergei Bobrovsky and the Florida Panthers, despite their efforts to solve the netminder. The Panthers capitalized on offensive opportunities, exposing defensive deficiencies in the Oilers’ lineup, particularly in the pairing of Ceci and Nurse. With Bobrovsky standing strong in goal, the Panthers took a 1-0 series lead, heading into Game 2 with momentum on their side.
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The Washington Capitals secured the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference by defeating the Philadelphia Flyers, thanks to a crucial empty-net goal by T.J. Oshie. This victory not only propelled the Capitals into the playoffs but also eliminated the Flyers, Detroit Red Wings, and Pittsburgh Penguins from contention. Despite a late push by Philadelphia, a last-second goal by Detroit sealed their fate, setting up a first-round matchup between the Capitals and the New...
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