Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers to Face Off in Stanley Cup Final

Game 1 of the Best-of-Seven Series Set for Saturday Night

Panthers Take Early Lead in Series Opener

The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are set to battle it out for the Stanley Cup, with Game 1 of the best-of-seven series taking place on Saturday night at Amerant Bank Arena. The Panthers took an early lead in the series opener, with Carter Verhaeghe scoring the game's first goal just over three minutes into the game.

The Oilers will look to bounce back in Game 2, which is scheduled for Monday night in Edmonton. The Panthers will be looking to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the series before heading back to Florida for Games 3 and 4.

The Stanley Cup Final is the pinnacle of the NHL season, and the Oilers and Panthers will be vying for the chance to hoist the coveted trophy. With both teams boasting high-powered offenses and stingy defenses, the series is sure to be a close and entertaining one.

Be sure to tune in to Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on Saturday night on ESPN. The puck drops at 8 p.m. ET.