**Marchand's Double OT Heroics Help Panthers Even Series with Oilers**

Brad Marchand delivered a stunning performance on Friday night, scoring on a breakaway in double overtime to secure a 5-4 victory for the Florida Panthers against the Edmonton Oilers. This crucial win in Game 2 of their Stanley Cup Final rematch evens the series at one game apiece. The game was pushed into extra time after Corey Perry tied it with just 17.8 seconds remaining in the third period, capitalizing on the Oilers' advantage of an extra attacker after pulling goaltender Stuart Skinner.

Marchand’s winning goal at 8:04 into the second overtime marks the second time this postseason he has clinched an overtime victory, with his previous heroics coming in a crucial Game 3 against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the second round of the playoffs. The Panthers found a way to split the first two games of the series, showcasing resilience and determination.

Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was essential for the Panthers, saving 42 out of the 46 shots he faced, coming up with critical saves to keep his team in the game. The Panthers' offense was led by Marchand and supported by Sam Bennett, whose postseason-leading 13th goal also set an NHL record with his 12th road goal. Defenseman Seth Jones added to the tally with a goal following some impressive passing, and Dmitry Kulikov leveled the score with a goal through traffic.

The Oilers, with contributions from their stars Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, showed they are formidable opponents. Draisaitl, who scored and assisted on another goal, commented after the game about the tight competition, saying, "Two really good teams, so yeah, it was never going to be easy. So regroup and get ready for Game 3."

Game 3 is set to take place in Sunrise on Monday night, as the series moves across the continent. Florida’s victory has stolen home-ice advantage from Edmonton, keeping the Panthers firmly in the fight for the title against an Oilers team driven to secure their first Stanley Cup.

Both teams experienced tense moments with ten power plays resulting from 14 penalties issued throughout the game. Even with both sides contesting the officiating at times, the balance of calls ultimately evened out.

As the series progresses, fans can expect more intense battles and remarkable plays from both the Panthers and the Oilers.