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NHL·RECAP·March 20, 2026 03:20 PM ET

Panthers blank Oilers 4-0 in Stanley Cup Final rematch

Back-to-back champion Panthers extend dominance over Oilers despite elimination from playoffs, denting Edmonton's Pacific Division push.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Mar 201 min read
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What happened: The Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers 4-0 on Thursday night at Rogers Place in a rematch of the last two Stanley Cup Finals. Despite being out of playoff contention, Florida secured a shutout victory, continuing their strong record of 6-3-1 against Edmonton in the Alberta city over the last four seasons, including playoff games. The Oilers appeared lifeless in the loss.

Why it matters: The result underscores the Panthers' ongoing mastery over the Oilers, who lost the 2024 and 2025 Finals to Florida. Playoff implications loom for Edmonton, while Florida builds momentum despite injuries.

By the numbers: Score: FLA 4 - EDM 0 Panthers vs. Oilers in Edmonton (last 4 seasons): 6-3-1 Panthers injuries: Barkov, Reinhart, Gadjovich, Marchand Oilers injuries: Trent Frederic (no timeline) NHL standings: Panthers 14th East (eliminated); Oilers contending for Pacific 1st

What to watch: Watch Oilers' response in upcoming games to secure Pacific top seed. Panthers face Flames next with lines featuring Tkachuk, Bennett.

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ReutersMar 20
NHLRecapFlorida PanthersEdmonton OilersAleksander BarkovSam Reinhart
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