Stanley Cup Final betting tips - Props, odds, Game 5 picks - ESPN

How much do you believe in the strength of momentum? Because that intangible factor may be Edmonton's most powerful weapon heading into Game 5.

After pounding the Panthers 8-1 in Game 4, whilst chasing Conn Smythe co-favorite Sergei Bobrovsky from the crease early in the second period, the Oilers have every right to feel more confident heading back to Florida. They finally managed to overwhelm Paul Maurice's charges with their speed, while capitalizing on more than a dozen of their rush scoring chances. Now this was the brand of Oilers hockey that we had become accustomed to.

And yet, Florida doesn't seem to be the least bit bothered by Saturday's lopsided shellacking. Why should they? The Panthers are a club that's proven able to curb Edmonton's dynamic offense with their aggressive, physical play. One that has lost two-straight only once this postseason, in overtime to the Rangers on both occasions. Never mind that their netminder has yet to post two dud showings in a row. Recent history indicates Florida will bounce back just fine.

While it feels a bit strange to suggest that the team coming off the wrong side of an 8-1 decision, in the Stanley Cup Final no less, might feel even more self-assured ahead of the next contest, again, the oddsmakers certainly seem to feel that way

Injury notes: Panthers Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Bennett, and Aaron Ekblad are all expected to suit up for Game 5 after missing Monday's practice. According to head coach Kris Knoblauch, Oilers forward Evander Kane (sports hernia) could be back in the lineup after sitting out both games in Edmonton.

All odds accurate as of publish time. For more, go to ESPN BET.

Edmonton Oilers at Florida Panthers

Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, Florida; Tuesday, 8