The Florida Panthers can see the light at the edge of the tunnel.
With just nine games left in the regular season, the defending Stanley Cup champions will visit the road this week for their final multi-game trip before the playoffs.
At the time of this writing, the Panthers (44-26-3) dragged the Toronto Maple Leafs (45-25-4) by three points in first place in the Atlantic Division, but there will also be a match and two head-to-head matchups.
Florida has the same number of points as its cross-state rival Tampa Bay Lightning (43-25-5).
Wanting to top the top in that three horse race, the Panthers are facing backs this week. They visit Montreal and Toronto on Tuesday and Wednesday respectively, then visit Ottawa and Detroit on Saturday and Sunday respectively.
Of their last nine games, eight are within the division.
challenge accepted.
“It’s a big road trip to finish the year playing in games like the playoffs and playing the right way,” forward Sam Bennett said.
To see what’s happening around territory this week or below, continue below.
game
Tuesday, April 1st: Montreal Canadiens – 7pm
**TV & Streaming**: Panthers+, WSFL-TV, WHDT, WFTX, ESPN+ (Out of Market) Radio: 560 WQAM (Dade/Broward); 1 WZZR-FM (Palm Beach); 100.3 WCTH (Florida Key); Panthers App; SiriusXM App & Streaming 931
Wednesday, April 2nd: Toronto Maple Leafs – 7:30pm
**TV & Streaming**: Panthers+, WSFL-TV, WHDT, WFTX, ESPN+ (out of the market) Radio: 790 Waxy (Dade/Broward); 92.1 WZZR-FM (Palm Beach); 100.3 WCTH (Florida Key); Panthers App; SiriusXM App & Streaming 931
Saturday, April 5th: Senator Ottawa – 2pm
**TV & Streaming **: Panthers+, WSFL-TV, WHDT, WFTX, ESPN+ (Out of Market) Radio: 560 WQAM (Dade/Broward); 1230 WBZT-AM & 1 WZZR-FM (Palm Beach); 100.3 WCTH (Florida Key); Panthers App; SiriusXM App & Streaming 931
Sunday, April 6th: at Detroit Red Wings – 5:30pm
**TV & Streaming**: TNT, TRUTV, MAX RADIO: 560 WQAM (Dade/Broward); 1230 WBZT-AM & 1 WZZR-FM (Palm Beach); 100.3 WCTH (Florida Key); Panthers App; SiriusXM App & Streaming 931
A rematch with Montreal
There’s one last shot to get revenge against Montreal.
After being shortened in the first three games of the season series, the Panthers will try to give their final laughs when they visited the Canadiens at Bell Centre on Tuesday.
The Panthers, the second home and home game, surrendered a power-play goal 4-2 in a 4-2 loss to the Canadians at Amerant Bank Arena on Sunday.
“They’re really a good skate team,” coach Paul Maurice said. “In the backend, they can move very quickly. There are probably a variety of styles from the first line to the other three, but connecting them all is that they can skate really, really well.”
Leading the charge ahead, Captain Alexander Barkov has achieved more success against Montreal than any other team in his career, notching 49 points (25 goals, 24 assists) in 38 games.
To find a place to see in South Florida, head to floridapanthers.com/catsontap.
Funky Watch Party
Even though the team is out of town, the party is still furious.
Head to the Funky Buddha Brewery in Auckland Park on Wednesday to watch the Panthers face fellow fans against the Maple Leafs.
The official watch party will start 30 minutes before the ET pack drop at 7:30pm.
Fans can enjoy drink specials, mascots, dance team appearances and more!
Click here for more information.
Panthers wandering
Making a difference didn’t look as cool.
At a press conference Monday at Baptist Health Iceplex, the American Cancer Society (ACS) announced the launch of Panthers on the Prowl, a Southeast Florida fundraising campaign that supports cancer research, patient services and more.
Co-chaired by Bill Jeet, general manager of the Florida Panthers hockey business, and general manager, and his wife, Julie, Panthers on the Prowl brings together art, community and philanthropy to support cancer research while celebrating the pride of South Florida hockey.
Donors to “Panthers on the Prowl” can acquire a body-shaped Panther sculpture intended to be displayed in workplaces, restaurants, meeting rooms, homes, etc.
“Julie and I are thrilled to launch this unique initiative to support the critical work of the American Cancer Society,” Bill Jeet said. “This campaign invites the South Florida community to wander around and raise funds and awareness for causes that are close to our hearts. Viewing Panther sculptures shows you’re “inside” and supports your vision of ending cancer for anyone. ”
Click here for more information.
Panthers Plus Offer
There’s no longer time to put the Panthers in my pocket.
Now, fans can enjoy the Panthers Plus quarter season pass for just $24.99.
This brand new subscription will provide streaming access to all the remaining Panthers games this season, as well as fans’ access to the team’s first round playoff games.
Panthers Plus is currently available on iOS, Android, Roku, Amazon Fire and more.
Click here for more information.
Milestone Watch
Evan Rodriguez is five goals away from his 100th NHL goal. Anton Randell is five assists from his 100th NHL assist. Seth Jones is one goal away from his 100th NHL goal. Sergei Bobrovsky is one game away from the 750th NHL game. Carter Verhaeghe is four points away from the 300th NHL point. Aleksander Barkov is seven assists from the 500th NHL assist. Paul Maurice will have one win from 915th as head coach, passing Barry Trotz (914) on the NHL’s biggest list of all time.
Cats Clip of the Week
Talk about making a good impression!
Check out all the highlights of Brad Marchand’s debut with the Panthers.
