Tkachuk’s goal was his fourth of the game.
Jordan Spence cut into Ottawa’s deficit with a wrist shot at 15:14 to make the score 6-2.
Michael Amadio started the attack in the third period and scored at 4:29, inching the Senators to 6-3.
After Gregor received a five-minute major penalty and a match penalty for his hit on Carter Jakemchuk, the Panthers were able to not only prevent shorthanded damage from that penalty, but also thwart Gustav Forsling’s 6-on-3 attempt after a stumble penalty.
Despite the late onslaught from the Senators, the Panthers won 6-3, ending a three-game losing streak.
“Sometimes you need to do that to feel good,” head coach Paul Maurice said of the win. “It’s a good mental health win for the Panthers.”
they said it
“It’s great to know that our kids will grow up together.” – Sam Bennett on becoming one of the team’s many fathers
“They’ve been loyal. There have been some tough nights, but the bench has been right. We’re rooting for each other. They’re passionate about the game, they’re talking about the game…(They’re) giving it their all and giving it their all.” – Paul Maurice on team culture
cat statistics
– According to NHL statistics, Seth Jones tied Radko Gudas (April 13, 2023) and Brian McCabe (March 3, 2010) for the most assists in a span by a defenseman in Panthers history with three assists.
– The Panthers went 2-of-3 on the power play.
– Matthew Tkachuk recorded his 10th four-point game (1G, 3A) for the Panthers.
– According to NaturalStatTrick.com, the Panthers took a 10-2 lead on dangerous chances in the first period.
– Sam Bennett, Matthew Tkachuk and Carter Verhaig combined for 9 points (3G, 6A)
What’s next?
The battle against the Bruins.
The Panthers will play the Boston Bruins at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday at 7pm ET.
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