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Devils’ Offense Goes Cold In Shutout Loss to Panthers

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Derek

Two days after suffering a 5-1 blowout defeat to the Tampa Bay Lightning, the New Jersey Devils’ offense went cold in a frustrating 1-0 shutout loss to the defending champion Florida Panthers on Thursday night. Unlike the ugliness that surrounded … Continue reading →

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Leafs’ Legacy on The Line

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Derek

In just over a couple of hours, a big game will be played in Sunrise, Florida. The Panthers look to close out the Maple Leafs in the second round of the postseason. After falling behind two games to none, they’ve … Continue reading →

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Rangers’ special season ended by tougher Panthers

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Derek

There won’t be a championship to celebrate this summer. The Rangers had their special season end last night by the Panthers in Sunrise. The Panthers took Game 6 by a score of 2-1 to eliminate the Rangers from the playoffs. … Continue reading →

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Panthers take Game 5 to put Rangers on brink

Posted on May 31, 2024 by Derek

Despite a better effort, the Rangers lost to the Panthers 3-2 in Game 5 at Madison Square Garden on Thursday night. They now are on the brink of elimination. In what was a very evenly played game, the Rangers had … Continue reading →

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Goodrow wins it in Overtime! Rangers tie series with Panthers

Posted on May 25, 2024 by Derek

This one had you on the edge of your seat. As someone who attended what turned out to be a great game, most fans were up during plays. There was a lot more energy in the building. The Rangers pulled … Continue reading →

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Rangers get clawed by relentless Panthers to drop Game 1

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Derek

This was one to forget. Game 1 was all about the Panthers. They controlled it throughout to cruise to a 3-0 shutout win over the Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Led by Matthew Tkachuk, the Panthers grabbed a 1-0 series … Continue reading →

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Rangers face toughest test in proven Panthers

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Derek

It all begins tonight. The Conference Finals will determine who plays for Lord Stanley. The Rangers are looking to book their ticket when they battle the Panthers. The Eastern Conference Final features the two best teams. The Rangers finished with the … Continue reading →

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Rangers remain underdogs in Conference Finals

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers are making their second appearance in three years in the Conference Finals. Despite winning the Presidents’ Trophy, they remain underdogs in the Final Four. It’s a role they’re accustomed to. The Vegas odds makers had them behind the … Continue reading →

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Laviolette’s trust paid off to get Rangers here

Posted on May 18, 2024 by Derek

When they broke camp last September, the Rangers had a different mindset going into the season. A big reason for that is head coach Peter Laviolette. His experience behind the bench has made a big difference. Unlike his predecessor, who … Continue reading →

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2023-24 Season Focus: Florida Panthers

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Derek

ATLANTIC DIVISION Florida Panthers (4th) 2022-23 Record: 42-32-8 92 Pts Lost to the Golden Knights for the Stanley Cup Key Subtractions: Anthony Duclair (traded to Sharks), Radko Gudas (signed with Ducks), Marc Staal (signed with Flyers), Alex Lyon (signed with … Continue reading →

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