The Florida Panthers continued their record-breaking road win streak, notching their 10th consecutive victory away from home with a commanding 4-0 win over the Buffalo Sabres. Anthony Stolarz stood tall in goal with a remarkable 45-save shutout, while Carter Verhaeghe contributed two goals to propel the Panthers to victory. This win streak marks the 11th instance in NHL history of a team reaching double-digit wins on the road, underscoring the Panthers’ exceptional performance this season.
With this win, the Panthers have surged up the standings, now tied with the Boston Bruins for the top spot in the Atlantic Division. Despite having 28 games left in the regular season, the Panthers are already in playoff mode, aiming to secure as many points as possible to overtake the Bruins.
Despite playing on the second night of a back-to-back, the Panthers showed no signs of fatigue, dominating the Sabres with their physicality and execution. Their success on the penalty kill has been a crucial factor in their road success, boasting a 95.1% kill rate during this win streak.
Aleksander Barkov showcased his defensive prowess by setting up Verhaeghe’s first goal, displaying why he is considered one of the best defensive forwards in the league. Matthew Tkachuk continued his impressive form, scoring a goal to extend his league-leading point streak since the start of 2024.
Stolarz’s exceptional performance was highlighted by several key saves, including a spectacular stop late in the game to preserve the shutout. Verhaeghe added an empty-net goal, and Ryan Lomberg scored on a late power play to seal the 4-0 victory.
Looking ahead, the Panthers will aim to extend their road win streak to 11 games when they face the Tampa Bay Lightning. With their eyes on the prize, the Panthers remain focused on taking each game as it comes, ensuring they maintain their winning mentality.
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