Game 4 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers is set for tonight, June 12, 2025, at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. The Panthers lead the best-of-seven series 2-1, and are looking to extend their lead on home ice. The Oilers, meanwhile, are aiming to tie the series before it shifts back to Edmonton. Here’s a look at the projected lineups for both teams:

Edmonton Oilers

Following a disappointing 6-1 loss in Game 3, Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch is making several changes to the lineup. Jeff Skinner and Troy Stecher will be making their series debut, replacing Viktor Arvidsson and John Klingberg, respectively. Stuart Skinner will remain in goal, despite being pulled in Game 3 after allowing five goals on 23 shots.

Here’s the projected Oilers lineup:

• Forwards:

  • Ryan Nugent-Hopkins - Connor McDavid - Connor Brown
  • Evander Kane - Leon Draisaitl - Kasperi Kapanen
  • Trent Frederic - Adam Henrique - Jeff Skinner
  • Vasily Podkolzin - Mattias Janmark - Corey Perry

• Defense:

  • Brett Kulak - Evan Bouchard
  • Darnell Nurse - Troy Stecher
  • Mattias Ekholm - Jake Walman

• Goaltenders:

  • Stuart Skinner
  • Calvin Pickard

The decision to insert Skinner and Stecher is aimed at adding some fresh energy and defensive stability to the lineup. Connor Brown is expected to move up to the top line with McDavid and Nugent-Hopkins, while Corey Perry will drop to the fourth line. Coach Knoblauch is hoping that these changes will provide a spark for the Oilers' offense and tighten up their defense.

Florida Panthers

The Florida Panthers are expected to keep the same lineup that dominated in Game 3. After a commanding 6-1 victory, there’s little reason for coach Paul Maurice to make any changes. Sergei Bobrovsky will remain in goal after a strong performance in Game 3, where he made 32 saves.

Here’s the projected Panthers lineup:

• Forwards:

  • Carter Verhaeghe - Aleksander Barkov - Sam Reinhart
  • Evan Rodrigues - Sam Bennett - Matthew Tkachuk
  • Eetu Luostarinen - Anton Lundell - Brad Marchand
  • A.J. Greer - Tomas Nosek - Jonah Gadjovich

• Defense:

  • Gustav Forsling - Aaron Ekblad
  • Niko Mikkola - Seth Jones
  • Nate Schmidt - Dmitry Kulikov

• Goaltenders:

  • Sergei Bobrovsky
  • Vitek Vanecek

The Panthers' consistent lineup reflects their confidence and chemistry. With key players like Aleksander Barkov, Sam Reinhart, and Matthew Tkachuk leading the charge, the Panthers will look to maintain their physical and aggressive style of play.

Game Overview

Game 4 is crucial for both teams. For the Panthers, a win would give them a commanding 3-1 lead and put them in a strong position to win their second consecutive Stanley Cup. For the Oilers, a win is essential to tie the series and regain home-ice advantage.

The Oilers will need a strong performance from Stuart Skinner in goal and a more disciplined approach to avoid falling into a 3-1 series deficit. The Panthers, on the other hand, will aim to continue their dominant play and capitalize on their home-ice advantage. Puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET, and the game will be broadcast on CBC/SN (Canada) and TNT/truTV (USA).