Live Coverage: Game 3 Semifinals of the NHL Playoffs Between Rangers and Panthers

Thursday, May 23rd, 2024

In the third installment of the NHL Playoffs, the Florida Panthers lead the series against the New York Rangers 1-0.

Playing at home, the Rangers present a strong challenge with a 34-13-0 home record. Their offense is one of the best in the league, scoring an average of 3.4 goals per game, with Artemi Panarin and Mika Zibanejad driving their scoring efforts.

On the other hand, the Panthers have shown their strength away from home, with a 31-12-4 record. They have a remarkable ability to win tight games, holding a 20-8-4 record in matches decided by a single goal. Aleksander Barkov and Carter Verhaeghe play crucial roles for the Panthers.

Over their past 10 matches, both teams have been in good form. The Rangers have scored an average of 3.1 goals and accumulated 4.4 penalties per game, whereas the Panthers have a slightly higher goal average of 3.6 and 4.5 penalties.

The Rangers will be missing Blake Wheeler, sidelined with a lower-body injury, but the Panthers are at full strength with no injuries to report.

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