Stanley Cup Final: Florida Panthers defeat Edmonton Oilers in Game 7, win first title

Panthers capture franchise's first Stanley Cup with 4-3 series victory

The Florida Panthers have won their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in a thrilling seven-game series that culminated in a 2-1 victory in Game 7 on Monday night.

Game 7 Highlights

The Panthers took an early lead in the first period when Aleksander Barkov scored just over six minutes into the game. The Oilers tied it up in the second period on a goal by Leon Draisaitl, but the Panthers regained the lead in the third period on a goal by Sam Reinhart.

The Oilers pulled their goalie with just over two minutes remaining in the game, but the Panthers held on to secure the victory. Sergei Bobrovsky made 33 saves in net for the Panthers, while Connor McDavid had 32 saves for the Oilers.

Conclusion

The Panthers' victory is a major upset, as the Oilers were heavily favored to win the series. However, the Panthers played with heart and determination, and they ultimately deserved to win. This is a historic moment for the franchise and the city of Sunrise, Florida.