In a decisive matchup, the Florida Panthers triumphed over the Anaheim Ducks with a score of 5-2, showcasing a powerful offensive display and strong defensive play. Sam Reinhart ended a three-game goal drought, netting his 28th goal of the season, tying him with Toronto’s William Nylander for second in the league. Carter Verhaeghe contributed significantly with a goal and an assist, while Evan Rodrigues, Sam Bennett, and Uvis Balinskis also found the net. Notably, Mackie Samoskevich and Tomas Nosek each registered two assists, and goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky made 28 saves to secure the win for the Panthers.

The Panthers' early momentum was noticeable, as they scored three goals in the first period alone. A critical moment came when Verhaeghe intercepted a pass from a Ducks defenseman, turning it into a goal that extended Florida's lead to 3-1 just before the first intermission. Anaheim’s fine performances from Frank Vatrano and Mason McTavish were not enough to turn the tide, as they both managed to score but fell short against Florida's relentless offense. The Ducks’ goaltender Lukas Dostal faced 29 shots, managing to stop 24 of them, but Florida’s firepower proved overwhelming.