Stanley Cup Finals Schedule: NHL’s Championship Series Set

Stanley Cup Finals Schedule: NHL’s Championship Series Set as Panthers Face Oilers

The 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Final is officially set, featuring a highly anticipated showdown between the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers. Fans can look forward to a best-of-seven series that crowns this year’s ice hockey champion and offers a rematch between two powerhouse franchises.

Panthers vs. Oilers: 2025 Rematch for the Cup

This year’s Stanley Cup Final revives a growing rivalry, with the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers meeting for the championship. Both teams have demonstrated resilience and skill through their respective playoff runs, defeating formidable opponents in their quest for the Cup.

Florida locked their place in the final after a dominant postseason, marking another deep playoff performance for the franchise. Edmonton, representing the Western Conference, returns to the Cup Final with a roster featuring standout talent and a strong track record in the 2025 playoffs.

Stanley Cup Final Schedule: Dates and Game Times

The NHL has confirmed that the 2025 Stanley Cup Final will begin on either June 4 or June 7, depending on the outcome of prior playoff series and final scheduling logistics.

The best-of-seven format will see games shift between the two home arenas. The full schedule, released by the league, will be as follows (all times Eastern, with exact start times subject to NHL confirmation):

– Game 1: June 4 or June 7 – Hosted by the team with home-ice advantage
– Game 2: TBD – Same venue as Game 1
– Game 3: TBD – Switches to the other team’s home arena
– Game 4: TBD – Same venue as Game 3
– Game 5 (if necessary): TBD – Returns to home-ice advantage team
– Game 6 (if necessary): TBD – Other team’s home arena
– Game 7 (if necessary): TBD – Concludes at the home-ice advantage location

Official dates and times will be finalized once the conference championship series conclude, ensuring teams have appropriate rest and preparation.

How to Watch the NHL Stanley Cup Finals

Fans around the world can tune in to watch the 2025 Stanley Cup Final live. In the United States, games will be broadcast nationally (final broadcast partners and streaming details to be confirmed). Viewers can also stream the action online through league-affiliated platforms and, in many regions, via Olympic.com, which will provide live coverage and pre-game analysis.

For international hockey fans, check local listings and stream availability through your country’s official NHL broadcast partners.

Bracket and Playoff Path

The full playoff bracket illustrates the challenging playoff journey each team undertook to reach the Final. Comprehensive scores from each round and full brackets can be followed through official league outlets, including the NHL’s website, USA Today, and CBS Sports.

What’s at Stake

The Stanley Cup Final is the culmination of the NHL season, with both the Panthers and Oilers aiming to etch their names on hockey’s most prestigious trophy. The winner of this best-of-seven series will capture the title of 2025 Stanley Cup champion.

Fans are encouraged to check the NHL’s official media channels and team websites for the latest updates on schedule, coverage, and ticket information as the series approaches.

For more details, visit the NHL’s official website, USA Today, Olympics.com, and CBS Sports.