Marchand Shines in Shootout Victory as Panthers Defeat Bruins
In an exciting showdown in Sunrise, Florida, the Panthers secured a dramatic 5-4 victory over the Boston Bruins in a shootout. Brad Marchand was the key contributor, scoring in the fourth round of the shootout. This win marked a significant return for Marchand, who had missed the previous two games.
Game Highlights
The Panthers ended their four-game losing streak with this victory. Anton Lundell had a standout performance, registering one goal and two assists, marking his second three-point game of the season. Matthew Tkachuk and Uvis Balinskis also made their mark with one goal and one assist each.
First Period Breakdown
The game started with a lead for Florida, courtesy of Eetu Luostarinen’s goal just 4:22 into the first period. However, the Bruins quickly responded. Michael Eyssimont scored twice for Boston, bringing the score to 2-1 by the end of the first period.
Second Period Surge
- Balinskis tied the game 30 seconds into the second period.
- Tkachuk added a power-play goal to give the Panthers a 3-2 lead.
- Lundell stretched the lead to 4-2, scoring while Florida was short-handed.
Third Period Comeback
The Bruins fought back in the third period. Mark Kastelic scored to narrow the gap to 4-3. Then, Casey Mittelstadt tied the game 4-4 on a power play, scoring off a rebound from a David Pastrnak shot.
Goaltending and Performance
Sergei Bobrovsky had a solid game in goal for Florida, making 25 saves. Meanwhile, Boston’s Joonas Korpisalo recorded 22 saves. The Bruins struggled with their special teams, finishing just 1 for 7 on the power play.
Upcoming Matches
- Boston Bruins: will host the Columbus Blue Jackets on February 26.
- Florida Panthers: will visit the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night.
This matchup not only showcased individual talents but also the resilience of the Florida Panthers, who are looking to build momentum after this thrilling win.
