In a thrilling Game 2 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, the Florida Panthers edged the Edmonton Oilers 5–4 in double overtime, leveling the series at 1–1. Veteran forward Brad Marchand was the hero, netting both the go-ahead goal in the second period and the game-winner in the second overtime. His decisive goal came 8:05 into double OT, a backhand shot that slipped through Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner’s five-hole .

The Panthers initially took the lead with Sam Bennett’s power-play goal just over two minutes into the first period. Bennett’s tally marked his 13th of the postseason and set a new NHL record with his 12th road goal in a single playoff run . Despite the early advantage, the Oilers responded with goals from Evander Kane and Evan Bouchard, taking a 2–1 lead. Florida’s Seth Jones tied the game, but Edmonton regained the lead with a power-play goal by Leon Draisaitl. The Panthers then surged ahead with goals from Dmitry Kulikov and Marchand, making it 4–3. However, with just 18 seconds left in regulation, Corey Perry scored for Edmonton, forcing overtime .

Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was instrumental for Florida, making 42 saves, including several critical stops in overtime . The series now shifts to Sunrise, Florida, for Game 3 on Monday, with both teams demonstrating resilience and determination in this tightly contested final.