Panthers don't make a lot of mistakes, Oilers 0-7 on the Power Play so far in the finals and their defensive depth will be tested with some injuries on the back end. D - Ceci gets benched, Desharnais, Nurse are a problem right now in my opinion and Bouchard's periodical giveaways are an issue. Forward Evander Kane is dealing with a hernia issue. Oilers are mirroring the Panthers from last year when they had 4 key injuries in the finals against the Golden Knights. There's always an overreactions especially when the home team wins the first 2 games at home. Even if Barkov is out for the Panthers in game 3 I have a hard time seeing the Oilers winning the next 2 games at home but I could be wrong. I guess if the Oilers Power Play wakes up that could be a great asset in getting back in the series but at this point it's hard for me to imagine that happening, Let's see .... stay tuned!
That's good for Florida Barkov is able to suit up tonight. Derek Ryan and Corey Perry draw back in for the Oilers. Sam Carrick and Evander Kane draw out. Let's see the pushback the Oilers have tonight. If the Oilers are not leading after the 1st period then that doesn't bode well for them. I would think Florida would get stronger as the game continues into the 2nd and 3rd periods tonight, Enjoy the Game!
