Carter Verhaeghe led the Florida Panthers with a stellar performance, scoring a hat trick in their 6-3 victory over the New York Islanders, halting New York's seven-game win streak. Verhaeghe's scoring spree included a swift backhander just 39 seconds into the game, and he added an assist, finishing with four points on the night. Sam Reinhart also contributed significantly, netting his 31st goal of the season and providing an assist.

Spencer Knight showcased his skills in goal with 31 saves, while Aleksander Barkov and Gustav Forsling combined for five assists, demonstrating the Panthers' offensive depth. For the Islanders, Kyle MacLean, Jean-Gabriel Pageau, and Marc Gatcomb found the net, but their efforts fell short as they faced a relentless Florida squad.