"Clout chasers. Can't milk NIL anymore": NHL fans react as viral social media influencers Cavinder twins attend Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final in Florida

The Edmonton Oilers had a bad Monday night, losing 6-1 to the Florida Panthers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. The Panthers took full advantage of the Oilers’ mistakes. With this win, they now lead the series 2-1.

After the game, the NHL shared a post on X.

“We’ve got @CavinderHaley and @CavinderHanna in the house in Florida!”

Haley and Hanna Cavinder attended Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final in Florida. Both were wearing Panthers jerseys and denim shorts.

The Cavinder twins are known for their social media following and their college basketball careers. Haley Cavinder plays for the Miami Hurricanes. She was earlier part of Fresno State, where she won All-Mountain West honors in three seasons. Hanna Cavinder also plays for Miami. She was a two-time All-Mountain West selection during her time at Fresno State.

Fans reacted to the post on X.

"No one knows who this is. Nice try NHL," a fan said.

"Clout chasers. Times up for them. Cant milk NIL anymore," another fan commented.

"Maybe try and get some qualified refs for your games Instead of promoting 2 tarts in Florida?," one fan commented.

The Cavinder twins' appearance at the game garnered attention, but fans were not too pleased about it. Here are some more reactions from fans on X.

"No way this is a real post. NHL Centel?," one fan questioned the post.

"We don't need that girly sh*t in hockey," another fan commented.

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Oilers' offense and defense collapsed in Game 3 against Florida Panthers

The Panthers won against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. Corey Perry scored Edmonton’s only goal on a power play. Goalie Stuart Skinner allowed five goals on 23 shots. Calvin Pickard replaced him in the net and made seven saves.

The Panthers got goals from Brad Marchand, Carter Verhaeghe, Sam Reinhart, Sam Bennett, Aaron Ekblad, and Evan Rodrigues. Eetu Luostarinen had two assists. Sergei Bobrovsky made 32 saves for the Panthers.

The game was very physical, with 35 penalties and 140 penalty minutes. Edmonton had 21 penalties for 85 minutes. Oilers' stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl did not score.

Game 4 will be played on Thursday at Amerant Bank Arena.