Carolina Hurricanes dropped their third game straight to open the season. Canes fall at home to former division foes, the Florida Panthers.
Scoring Summary
First Period
FLA Goal (2:01); Nick Bjugstad – assisted by Brian Campbell, Brandon Pirri
Nick Bjugstad started scoring early in the game just over two minutes into the game. The Panthers were able to force a turnover on an Eddie Lack pass attempt. Pirri knocked the pass down, and after two quick passes, Bjugstad was able to capitalize from the slot.