Rangers vs Panthers Game 4 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
The 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs have been nothing short of thrilling, and the Eastern Conference Final between the New York Rangers and the Florida Panthers is a prime example. With both teams hungry for victory, every game becomes a battle on the ice.
Match Summary
First Period:
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- The game started with both teams playing cautiously. The Panthers had more shots on goal, but Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin made some impressive saves.
- The score remained 0-0 after the first 20 minutes.
Second Period:
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- The intensity picked up in the second period. The Rangers struck first, with Artemi Panarin scoring a power-play goal.
- The Panthers responded quickly, tying the game with a goal from Jonathan Huberdeau.
- The period ended with a 1-1 score.
Third Period:
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- The third period was intense, with both teams pushing for the win. The Rangers took the lead again, thanks to a goal from Mika Zibanejad.
- However, the Panthers fought back, and Sam Reinhardt scored the equalizer.
- The regulation time ended with a 2-2 tie.
Overtime:
As the clock ticked down in overtime, it was Sam Reinhart who etched his name into the annals of Panthers history. With precision and determination, Reinhart buried the puck past the Rangers’ goaltender, securing a 3-2 win for Florida.
The series was now tied at 2-2, setting the stage for an epic showdown in the upcoming games.
Key Moments
- Sergei Bobrovsky, the Panthers’ netminder, stood tall, making 21 crucial saves throughout the game.
- Aleksander Barkov, the Panthers’ captain, showcased his playmaking skills with a pair of assists, including a critical setup for the game-winning goal.
- The Rangers, led by their star players, put up a valiant effort, but it was the Panthers who emerged victorious.
Box Score:
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- The Florida Panthers defeated the New York Rangers with a final score of 3-2.
- Here’s a breakdown of the goals, assists, and penalty minutes:
Team Goals Assists Penalty Minutes Florida 3 6 8 New York 2 4 6
Game Leaders:
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- Goals:
- Florida Panthers: Sam Reinhardt (2 goals)
- New York Rangers: Artemi Panarin, Mika Zibanejad (1 goal each)
- Assists:
- Florida Panthers: Aleksander Barkov (2 assists)
- New York Rangers: Adam Fox, Ryan Lindgren (1 assist each)
- Goals:
