Stanley Cup Final Tied as Oilers Overcome Panthers, Series Shifts to Edmonton

In the intense Stanley Cup Final rematch between the Edmonton Oilers and the defending champion Florida Panthers, the Oilers overcame a three-goal deficit and a late lost lead to win Game 4 in overtime, tying the series. Corey Perry played a key motivational role, urging his team to honestly assess their performance and rally. The series is now a best-of-three battle, featuring veteran players well-versed in high-stakes competition. Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad emphasized the difficulty of winning the Stanley Cup and the necessity for resilience and teamwork. The winner will either see the Panthers achieve back-to-back championships or Connor McDavid and the Oilers end Canada's NHL championship drought dating back to 1993. Panthers coach Paul Maurice highlighted the remarkable endurance and quality of play from both teams despite the heavy schedule and praised the series as the pinnacle of hockey competition.