Game 4 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final is set to feature the Florida Panthers, spearheaded by goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, taking on Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers. The Panthers currently hold a 2-1 series lead after a decisive 6-1 victory in Game 3 played on Monday. The upcoming game is scheduled for Thursday, with puck drop at 8 p.m. ET at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
Entering Game 4, the Florida Panthers are favored on the money line at -148. The Edmonton Oilers are listed as underdogs at +124. The projected total for goals scored in the game is 6.5. On the puck line, Florida is -1.5 at odds of +164. For informed betting decisions, insights from SportsLine`s highly-regarded projection model are available.
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Based on analysis, here are three noteworthy player prop bets for the Panthers vs. Oilers matchup on Thursday:
- Sergei Bobrovsky over 26.5 saves (-130)
- Carter Verhaeghe 1+ points (-120)
- Evan Bouchard over 2.5 shots on goal (-175)
Player Prop Analysis
Sergei Bobrovsky Over 26.5 Saves (-130)
While the Oilers managed only one goal in Game 3, they continued to generate scoring chances, directing over 30 shots towards Bobrovsky. He faced substantial shot volume in the first two games as well, recording over 40 saves in each. Facing an Edmonton team desperate to tie the series, Bobrovsky is expected to see a high number of shots once again. The prop bet for him to make over 26.5 saves is offered at -130 odds.
Carter Verhaeghe 1+ Points (-120)
Carter Verhaeghe has been a consistent offensive threat for Florida throughout the Stanley Cup Final, accumulating five points (one goal, four assists) across the initial three games. His production against the Oilers extends to the regular season, where he registered three points (two goals, one assist) in two games. Betting on Verhaeghe to record at least one point in Game 4 is available at -120 odds.
Evan Bouchard Over 2.5 Shots on Goal (-175)
Edmonton defenseman Evan Bouchard has been remarkably active offensively in the Final. Despite not always getting the same attention as forwards like McDavid or Leon Draisaitl, Bouchard has tallied five points (one goal, four assists) in the first three contests. More notably, he has been shooting frequently, with an impressive 24 shots on goal in the series so far. The prop bet for Bouchard to exceed 2.5 shots on goal in Game 4 is listed with odds of -175.
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