Stanley Cup Finals 2024: How to Watch, Schedule, Who’s Playing, & More

Lyan Babilonia / Updated Jul 05, 2024 | Pub. Jun 06, 2024

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Hockey fans, the ultimate showdown is upon us – the 2024 Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers.

DISH has you covered with comprehensive coverage on a multitude of channels, ensuring you don’t miss a second of the action. For those on the go, DISH Anywhere lets you stay connected no matter where you are.

Who is in the Cup Finals?

The Panthers punched their ticket by dispatching the New York Rangers in six games in the Eastern Conference Final [1]. Out west, it was the Oilers outlasting the Dallas Stars, also in six, to set the stage for this championship clash [2].

Florida and Edmonton remain standing after 32 teams entered the gauntlet of the regular season and playoffs. The Panthers are back on the grandest stage for a second consecutive year, a feat not accomplished since the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2009. They fell just short against Vegas last season and are hungry to capture their first ever Stanley Cup.

Edmonton counters with generational superstar Connor McDavid, the NHL’s leading scorer and newly crowned winner of the Art Ross, Rocket Richard, and Hart Memorial trophies. At just 26, he’s already amassed 850 career points. Alongside Leon Draisaitl, McDavid aims to end Canada’s 31-year Cup drought.

Panthers and Oilers face off for Stanley Cup

When Do The Stanley Cup Finals Start?

The puck drops on this best-of-seven series June 8 in the Sunshine State [3]. Games 1, 2, 5, and 7 (if necessary) will be hosted by the Panthers, while the Oilers welcome the action north of the border for Games 3, 4, and 6.

Stanley Cup Finals Schedule

Game 1: Oilers at Panthers – June 8 at 8 p.m. ET

Game 2: Oilers at Panthers – June 10 at 8 p.m. ET

Game 3: Panthers at Oilers – June 13 at 8 p.m. ET

Game 4: Panthers at Oilers – June 15 at 8 p.m. ET

Game 5: Oilers at Panthers – June 18 at 8 p.m. ET

Game 6: Panthers at Oilers – June 21 at 8 p.m. ET

Game 7: Oilers at Panthers – June 24 at 8 p.m. ET

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What Channel Will Have the Stanley Cup Finals?

ABC is your exclusive home for every game of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. In addition to catching the action live on television, you can stream the games through the ABC app on your preferred mobile device [4].

ABC brings you all the Stanley Cup action!

How to Watch the Stanley Cup Finals?

A DISH TV plan with ABC puts you rinkside for every pivotal play. Simply tune in at game time or head to ABC.com, sign in, select DISH as your provider, and immerse yourself in the experience. The games will also be simulcast on ESPN+ and the ESPN family of networks.

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What You Need to Know About the Florida Panthers

Netminder Sergei Bobrovsky has been the backbone of Florida’s consecutive Finals appearances, posting a 12-5 record, .908 save percentage, and 2.20 GAA this postseason. The Panthers’ resilience was on full display against the Rangers, grinding out three straight one-goal victories to close out the series. Defensemen like Gustav Forsling and Brandon Montour have elevated their games to complement Bobrovsky’s heroics.

Coach Paul Maurice, also chasing his first championship, has his battle-tested group primed to finish the job [5]. But in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, expect the unexpected.

The Edmonton Oilers seek the Cup for the second time

What You Need to Know About the Edmonton Oilers

McDavid and Draisaitl have combined for an astounding 59 points through three rounds. The dynamic duo looks to etch their names in Oilers lore alongside the likes of Gretzky and Messier by bringing the Cup back to Edmonton for the first time since 1990.

But it hasn’t been a cakewalk. After a coaching change and sluggish 3-9-1 start, the Oilers rallied to finish with a league-best 46-18-5 record. Goalie Stuart Skinner’s stellar play against Dallas (1.91 GAA, .922 SV%) has Edmonton brimming with confidence heading into the Finals [6].

The Oilers boast enviable depth beyond their superstars, as evidenced by the strong performances from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Zach Hyman, and trade deadline acquisition Mattias Ekholm. They’ll need contributions from the entire lineup to outlast the pesky Panthers.

The losing streak will end for one of these franchises

Stanley Cup Predictions

Many pundits give a slight edge to the battle-hardened Panthers and their shutdown defensive system. But discounting the otherworldly talents of McDavid and Draisaitl would be a foolish move. The Oilers’ own defensive improvements and timely depth scoring make them a formidable foe for the Presidents’ Trophy winners.

One thing is certain – a championship drought will end for one of these franchises. The Panthers have never hoisted the Cup, while Edmonton aims for its first title in 34 years. It’s a dream matchup for the league with plenty of compelling storylines and star power to attract casual fans.

Will the franchise-defining brilliance of McDavid and Draisaitl prove too much, or can the Panthers’ unshakeable resolve finally deliver hockey’s ultimate prize to South Florida? Starting June 8, the answers will unfold.

Experience every heart-stopping moment in crystal-clear HD with DISH. From the first shift to the final buzzer and every second in between, we’re your ticket to hockey history. Intense battles await, legacies are on the line. Buckle up and enjoy the ride – the quest for Lord Stanley’s Cup has reached its climax!