The Florida Panthers entered Saturday night’s contest on fire and still gorging on home cooking and a point out of the 2nd wild card spot. The New York Rangers came into this game at ten points out of the 2nd wild card spot and slowly deteriorating with each game.
1st Period
Some rough hosing to start the game as the league’s fighting penalty leader Michael Haley took on Cody McLeod.
The Panthers would take advantage of an interference penalty by Rob O’Gara when the red-hot power play produced another goal.