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Florida Panthers center Jesper Boqvist (70) celebrates with Aleksander Barkov (16), Aaron Ekblad (5) and Gustav Forsling (42) after scoring a goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period in Game 3 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Eastern Conference finals Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Panthers score 5 in the 3rd period, roll past Hurricanes 6-2 to move win away from Cup final

Read full article: Panthers score 5 in the 3rd period, roll past Hurricanes 6-2 to move win away from Cup final

Niko Mikkola and Aleksander Barkov each scored twice, and the Florida Panthers scored five goals in a nine-minute span of the third period to beat the Carolina Hurricanes 6-2 on Saturday night and move one win from a third consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Final.

The Florida Panthers celebrate a goal by Gustav Forsling (42) during the first period of Game 2 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Eastern Conference finals against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, May 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker)

Bennett, Verhaeghe help Panthers roll past Hurricanes 5-0, take 2-0 lead in Eastern final

Read full article: Bennett, Verhaeghe help Panthers roll past Hurricanes 5-0, take 2-0 lead in Eastern final

Sam Bennett scored one of his two goals in Florida’s three-goal first period, Sergei Bobrovsky made 17 saves and the Panthers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference final.

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) celebrates after scoring past Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) during the first period in Game 1 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Panthers’ Sam Bennett helping pets find forever homes with every goal he scores

Read full article: Panthers’ Sam Bennett helping pets find forever homes with every goal he scores

As the Florida Panthers continue their push for a second consecutive Stanley Cup, one of their players is also helping some lovable canines find their forever homes.

Carolina Hurricanes' Sebastian Aho (20) has his shot frozen by Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the third period of Game 1 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Eastern Conference finals in Raleigh, N.C., Tuesday, May 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker)

Reigning Stanley Cup champ Florida Panthers beat Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Eastern final opener

Read full article: Reigning Stanley Cup champ Florida Panthers beat Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Eastern final opener

Carter Verhaeghe and Aaron Ekblad scored two tone-setting first-period goals while Sergei Bobrovsky remained strong in net as the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Tuesday night’s opener of their Eastern Conference final series.

Florida Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk (19) celebrates his game winning overtime goal with teammates Sam Reinhart (13) and Sam Bennett (9) following Game 2 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Eastern Conference finals against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, May 20, 2023. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

NHL releases schedule for conference final, Panthers first must win Game 7

Read full article: NHL releases schedule for conference final, Panthers first must win Game 7

The Florida Panthers are preparing to face the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7 of their second-round series.

Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) catches the puck in front of Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) during the first period of Game 4 of a second-round NHL hockey playoff series, Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

Florida Panthers plays against Toronto Maple Leafs during Game 6 in Sunrise

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The Florida Panthers are playing against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday night during Game 6 at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise.

Florida Panthers center Sam Reinhart (13) shoots against Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) during the first period of Game 4 of a second-round NHL hockey playoff series, Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

Panthers rout the Maple Leafs 6-1 to take a 3-2 series lead

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The Florida Panthers were playing Game 5 against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday night during the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Toronto Maple Leafs center Max Domi (11) celebrates his goal with the bench during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Anaheim Ducks, Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

Leafs’ Max Domi fined for boarding Panthers captain Barkov as Game 4 ended

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Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi was fined $5,000 on Monday for boarding Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov at the end of Game 4 of their second-round playoff series.

Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) catches the puck in front of Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) during the first period of Game 4 of a second-round NHL hockey playoff series, Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

Bobrovsky shuts out Maple Leafs in Game 4 as Panthers tie series 2-2

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Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 23 shots for his fifth career playoff shutout, Carter Verhaeghe and Sam Bennett scored and the Florida Panthers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-0 on Sunday night in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Brandon Carlo (25) and goaltender Joseph Woll (60) attempt to stop a shot on goal by Florida Panthers center Sam Reinhart (13) during the second period in Game 3 of a second-round NHL hockey playoff series, Friday, May 9, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. Officials ruled the puck crossed the goal line. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Florida Panthers win Game 3 against Toronto Maple Leafs after Marchand scores in overtime

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The Florida Panthers are playing at home Friday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise.

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) celebrates his goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning with center Anton Lundell (15) during the second period in Game 5 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series, Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Panthers advance to the second round after defeating Tampa Bay in 5 games

Read full article: Panthers advance to the second round after defeating Tampa Bay in 5 games

Eetu Luostarinen had a goal and three assists to lead the Florida Panthers to a 6-3 victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning and advance Florida to the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19, left) celebrates with teammates, including defenseman Seth Jones (3) after scoring against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period in Game 1 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Panthers look to eliminate Lightning for second consecutive postseason

Read full article: Panthers look to eliminate Lightning for second consecutive postseason

Paul Maurice’s Florida Panthers, who had a remarkable third period comeback in Game 4 of their first-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, know the formula for Game 5.

Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad, top center, celebrates after his goal during the third period in Game 4 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Monday, April 28, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Panthers erase deficit with 2 goals in 11 seconds, beat Lightning 4-2 to take 3-1 series lead

Read full article: Panthers erase deficit with 2 goals in 11 seconds, beat Lightning 4-2 to take 3-1 series lead

Aaron Ekblad and Seth Jones scored third-period goals 11 seconds apart and the Florida Panthers stormed from behind to beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 on Monday night to take a 3-1 lead in the first-round series.

Florida Panthers defenseman Nate Schmidt (88) celebrates his goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning with center Aleksander Barkov (16), Sam Reinhart (13) and Uvis Balinskis (26) during the first period in Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series, Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Schmidt scores again, Bobrovsky has 19 saves as Panthers beat Lightning 2-0 for 2-0 series lead

Read full article: Schmidt scores again, Bobrovsky has 19 saves as Panthers beat Lightning 2-0 for 2-0 series lead

Nate Schmidt scored his third goal in two games, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 shots and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.

Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19, left) celebrates with teammates, including defenseman Seth Jones (3) after scoring against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period in Game 1 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Matthew Tkachuk strikes quickly for Panthers in Game 1 win over the Lightning

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Matthew Tkachuk returned to the lineup and was back to his old self quickly for the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night.

New York Rangers center Jonny Brodzinski (22) scores a goal against Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Monday, April 14, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Rangers get first 2-goal comeback of their season, rally to top Panthers 5-3

Read full article: Rangers get first 2-goal comeback of their season, rally to top Panthers 5-3

Vincent Trocheck scored a short-handed goal early in the third period against his former team, and the New York Rangers beat the Florida Panthers 5-3 on Monday night.

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) defends a shot on the goal by Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell (15) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Panthers top Maple Leafs 3-1, snap 5-game slide and tighten Atlantic Division race

Read full article: Panthers top Maple Leafs 3-1, snap 5-game slide and tighten Atlantic Division race

Eetu Luostarinen scored about a minute into the third period, and the Florida Panthers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night and helping the reigning Stanley Cup champions snap a five-game losing streak.

Montreal Canadiens left wing Juraj Slafkovský (20) celebrates his goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Suzuki’s late-game heroics lift Canadiens to dramatic 3-2 OT win over Panthers

Read full article: Suzuki’s late-game heroics lift Canadiens to dramatic 3-2 OT win over Panthers

Nick Suzuki scored his second of the game 29 seconds into overtime as the Montreal Canadiens came back for a dramatic 3-2 victory over the Florida Panthers in the second game of a home-and-home on Tuesday night.

Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) and center Sam Bennett (9) celebrate during overtime of an NHL hockey game against the Utah Hocket Club, Friday, March 28, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Rhona Wise)

Brad Marchand's 1st game day in Florida: a new sweater, an assist on the OT winner, and some rats

Read full article: Brad Marchand's 1st game day in Florida: a new sweater, an assist on the OT winner, and some rats

Brad Marchand's debut in a Florida Panthers uniform was an unqualified success.

Florida Panthers forward Aleksander Barkov, right, celebrates after his winning overtime goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets with teammate defenseman Seth Jones, left, in an NHL hockey game in Columbus, Ohio, Thursday, March 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)

Barkov scores early in OT, Bobrovsky earns 49th career shutout and Panthers edge Blue Jackets 1-0

Read full article: Barkov scores early in OT, Bobrovsky earns 49th career shutout and Panthers edge Blue Jackets 1-0

Aleksander Barkov scored a power-play goal 29 seconds into overtime and Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 25 shots for his 49th career shutout to lead the Florida Panthers to a 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night.

Florida Panthers' Dmitry Kulikov (7) and Nick Cousins (21) celebrate with Sergei Bobrovsky (72) in front of Sam Bennett (9) and Carter Verhaeghe (23) after defeating the Boston Bruins in Game 6 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series, Friday, May 17, 2024, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Sam Bennett scores 2 power-play goals in surging Panthers’ 3-2 victory over Maple Leafs

Read full article: Sam Bennett scores 2 power-play goals in surging Panthers’ 3-2 victory over Maple Leafs

Sam Bennett scored power-play goals late in each of the first two periods, Sergei Bobrovsky made 23 saves and the short-handed Florida Panthers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Thursday night for their seventh victory in eight games.

Boston Bruins center Pavel Zacha, left, celebrates after his goal against Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

After trading captain Brad Marchand to Florida, Bruins score three in third to beat Panthers 3-2

Read full article: After trading captain Brad Marchand to Florida, Bruins score three in third to beat Panthers 3-2

David Pastrnak had one goal and assisted on Pavel Zacha’s winner as the Boston Bruins scored three times in the third period to overcome a two-goal deficit and beat the Florida Panthers 3-2 on Tuesday night.