Panthers Aim for Redemption Against Golden Knights in Vegas

LAS VEGAS – The Florida Panthers will look to bounce back from a recent loss as they face the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena on Monday at 10 p.m. ET. This game marks the second and final meeting of the regular season between the teams, with Florida winning the first match 3-0 on October 25.

The Panthers (7-7-1) are completing a four-game West Coast road trip. They are currently 1-2-0 on this trip, with their latest game resulting in a 3-1 defeat to the San Jose Sharks on Saturday. Brad Marchand scored the only goal for Florida, extending his point streak to seven games.

Despite their recent struggles, Marchand remains hopeful. “We had plenty of chances to capitalize, but that’s how it goes sometimes,” he said after the Sharks loss. Florida coach Paul Maurice emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum, noting that the team generated enough offensive pressure but must find ways to convert opportunities.

The Panthers are dealing with significant injuries, with key players like captain Aleksander Barkov sidelined. Nonetheless, the team is determined to improve their season record against a struggling Golden Knights team.

Vegas (7-3-4) enters this game after a disappointing 4-3 overtime loss to the Anaheim Ducks. The Golden Knights have lost three of their last seven games, and head coach Bruce Cassidy mentioned the team needs to improve consistency. “We just need more consistency in our game and bring that energy that we had in the third,” he said after the Ducks loss.

Both teams are eager for a win, with the Panthers aiming to replicate their earlier success against Vegas. “When you get beat by them, you still remember that series,” Maurice said. “That memory, that pain, I think set us on the course for the next two years.”

As both teams vie for a much-needed victory, fans can expect an exciting matchup filled with high stakes and plenty of action on the ice.