Early fireworks were just the precursor to late ones in Game 1 of the 2023 Stanley Cup Final.
It didn't take long for the Golden Knights and Panthers to get acquainted with one another, with the two sides exchanging hockey pleasantries midway through the first period. The late exchanges proved decisive.
For the 10th time in the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs, the Golden Knights overcame a deficit to win, exploding for three goals in the third period to grab a 1-0 series lead. Zach Whitecloud gave them the lead, captain Mark Stone extended the score to 4-2 and Reilly Smith buried an empty-netter for the icing on top.
Only four times in these playoffs have the Panthers allowed more than three goals in a game. They're 2-1 in the following contest. They'll to have to bounce back once again to avoid heading back to Florida in deep trouble.
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Here's how to watch Panthers vs. Golden Knights Game 2, including game time and broadcast info:
What channel is Panthers vs. Golden Knights Game 2 on?
- TV channel (U.S.): TNT, TBS, truTV
- TV channel (Canada): Sportsnet, CBC, TVAS
- Live stream (U.S.): TNT app, TBS app, Sling TV
- Live stream (Canada): SN NOW, CBC Gem, CBC Sports app
In the U.S., Panthers vs. Golden Knights Game 2 is scheduled to be broadcast on TNT, TBS and truTV. Fans in Canada can watch on Sportsnet and CBC in English or TVA Sports in French.
For those looking to live stream the game, the TNT and TBS apps are options in the United States.
Fans in the U.S. can watch the Stanley Cup Final on Sling TV, which is now offering half off for the first month! Viewers can stream the sports they love starting at just $20 for the first month with Sling Orange, which carries TNT.
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In Canada, streamers can watch the game through SN NOW, CBC Gem or the CBC Sports app.
Panthers vs. Golden Knights Game 2 start time
- Date: Monday, June 5
- Time: 8 p.m. ET | 5 p.m. PT
Puck drop for Panthers vs. Golden Knights Game 2 is set for 8 p.m. ET, 5 p.m. local time in Vegas, on Monday, June 5.
The game is being played at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Games 3 and 4 are scheduled to be played at FLA Live Arena in Sunrise, Fla.
Panthers vs. Golden Knights Game 2 odds
- Puckline: Panthers +1.5 (-224) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+186)
- Moneyline: Panthers +121 | Golden Knights -147
- O/U: 5.5
The Golden Knights enter Game 2 as favorites over the Panthers once again. They were favorites for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and made good on the confidence with a 5-2 win.
Odds provided by Sports Interaction.
Panthers vs. Golden Knights playoff schedule
| Date | Site | Time (ET) | TV/Result |
| Sat., June 3 | at Vegas | FINAL | Golden Knights 5, Panthers 2 |
| Mon., June 5 | at Vegas | 8 p.m. | TNT, TBS, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| Thu., June 8 | at Florida | 8 p.m. | TNT, TBS, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| Sat., June 10 | at Florida | 8 p.m. | TNT, TBS, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| *Tue., June 13 | at Vegas | 8 p.m. | TNT, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| *Fri., June 16 | at Florida | 8 p.m. | TNT, TBS, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| *Mon., June 19 | at Vegas | 8 p.m. | TNT, TBS, truTV, SN, CBC, TVAS |
*If necessary