Fla Panthers Defeat Bruins 4-3, Eliminate Boston from Playoffs for Second Consecutive Season
Panthers’ Sam Reinhart Scores Power Play and Short-Handed Goals
Sam Reinhart scored on a power play and added a short-handed goal that gave the Florida Panthers the lead for good in the second period on Monday and the defending Stanley Cup champions beat the Boston Bruins 4-3. Reinhart’s goals were part of a successful game plan for the Panthers, who have eliminated Boston from the playoffs in each of the last two seasons.
Panthers’ Strong Performance
Florida looked strong in the game, even without captain Aleksandr Barkov, who is week to week with an unspecified injury, and forward Matthew Tkachuk, who missed his second straight game due to an illness. The Panthers’ strong performance was powered by Anto Lundell, who scored twice, and Sergei Bobrovsky, who stopped 25 shots.
Bruins’ Mistakes Costly
Giveaways cost the Bruins the game, with Reinhart stealing the puck at the Boston blue line and skating in for a two-on-one that gave the Panthers a 3-2 lead. The Bruins’ mistakes led to a pair of goals for Florida, as the Panthers took advantage of Boston’s turnovers near the blue line.
Key Moments and Stats
- Reinhart’s first-period power play goal came off the faceoff that followed Charlie McAvoy’s cross-checking penalty, just 6 seconds into the man advantage.
- Lundell’s second goal was scored off another Bruins turnover near the Boston blue line, as Gustav Forsling took the puck away from Boston’s Morgan Geekie and shot it ahead to Lundell, who skated in and beat Swayman on the stick side to make it 4-2.
What’s Next
The Florida Panthers will visit the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night, while the Boston Bruins will visit the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday.
Conclusion
The Florida Panthers’ victory over the Boston Bruins gives the defending Stanley Cup champions another win over their Eastern Conference rivals. The Panthers’ strong performance, despite missing key players, showcases their depth and ability to adapt to challenges. The Bruins, on the other hand, will look to rebound from their mistakes and focus on the upcoming match against the Colorado Avalanche.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How did the Florida Panthers score their goals?
A: The Panthers scored four goals, with Sam Reinhart scoring twice on a power play and short-handed, and Anto Lundell scoring twice.
Q: Who was absent from the game due to injury or illness?
A: Boston Bruins’ captain Aleksandr Barkov, who is week to week with an unspecified injury, and forward Matthew Tkachuk, who missed his second straight game due to an illness.
Q: What is the next game for the Florida Panthers?
A: The Panthers will visit the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night.
