The Florida Panthers were victorious in the final three games of the Eastern Conference Final against the New York Rangers. In Game 6, the Panthers outlasted the Rangers 2-1 to clinch their spot in the Stanley Cup Final.
The Panthers rode the hot hand of forward Sam Bennett to reach the pinnacle of the hockey world. Bennett extended his goal streak to three consecutive games as he scored a goal in Game 6.
The majority of the opening period didn’t produce many key scoring chances for either team. However, with just under a minute to go in the first period, Bennett found the back of the net on a one-timer courtesy of a drop-off setup from forward Evan Rodrigues.
Vladimir Tarasenko added an insurance goal midway through the third period to give the Panthers a 2-0 lead. It ended up being a massive tally since Rangers star Artemi Panarin scored with just 1:40 left in regulation.
With the victory, the Panthers now own a 5-0 record when they led after the first period of games during the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Now they’ll face the winner of the Dallas Stars/Edmonton Oilers series in the Stanley Cup Final.
The Rangers didn’t exactly receive impressive production from the likes of Panarin, Mika Zibanejad, and Chris Kreider. The trio combined to score just two goals in the series.
Below is how you can follow both conference finals series, along with updating results and scores from each game. Bookmark this page for the duration of the playoff run to stay up to date with everything on the ice.
Stanley Cup Playoffs viewing information
TV: ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, TNT
Stream: fubo (Try for free)
Follow: CBS Sports App
All times Eastern
(* if necessary)
Eastern Conference Final
(1) New York Rangers vs. (1) Florida Panthers
Game 1 — Panthers 3, Rangers 0 | Recap
Game 2 — Rangers 2, Panthers 1 (OT) | Recap
Game 3 — Rangers 5, Panthers 4 (OT) | Recap
Game 4 — Panthers 3, Rangers 2 (OT) | Recap
Game 5 — Panthers 3, Rangers 2 | Recap
Game 6 — Panthers 2, Rangers 1 I Recap
Western Conference Final
(1) Dallas Stars vs. (2) Edmonton Oilers
Game 1 — Oilers 3, Stars 2 (2OT) | Recap
Game 2 — Stars 3, Oilers 1 | Recap
Game 3 — Stars 5, Oilers 3 | Recap
Game 4 — Oilers 5, Stars 2 | Recap
Game 5 — Oilers 3, Stars 1 | Recap
Game 6 — Stars at Oilers: Sunday, 8 p.m. | TV: TNT
*Game 7 — Oilers at Stars: Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. | TV: TNT
Second round
Eastern Conference
(1) New York Rangers vs. (2) Carolina Hurricanes
Game 1 — Rangers 4, Hurricanes 3 | Recap
Game 2 — Rangers 4, Hurricanes 3 (2OT) | Recap
Game 3 — Rangers 3, Hurricanes 2 (OT) | Recap
Game 4 — Hurricanes 4, Rangers 3 | Recap
Game 5 — Hurricanes 4, Rangers 1 | Recap
Game 6 — Rangers 5, Hurricanes 3 | Recap
(1) Florida Panthers vs. (2) Boston Bruins
Game 1 — Bruins 5, Panthers 1 | Recap
Game 2 — Panthers 6, Bruins 1 | Recap
Game 3 — Panthers 6, Bruins 2 | Recap
Game 4 — Panthers 3, Bruins 2 | Recap
Game 5 — Bruins 2, Panthers 1 | Recap
Game 6 — Panthers 2, Bruins 1 | Recap
Western Conference
(1) Dallas Stars vs. (3) Colorado Avalanche
Game 1 — Avalanche 4, Stars 3 (OT) | Recap
Game 2 — Stars 5, Avalanche 3 | Recap
Game 3 — Stars 4, Avalanche 1 | Recap
Game 4 — Stars 5, Avalanche 1 | Recap
Game 5 — Avalanche 5, Stars 3 | Recap
Game 6 — Stars 2, Avalanche 1 (2OT) | Recap
(1) Vancouver Canucks vs. (2) Edmonton Oilers
Game 1 — Canucks 5, Oilers 4 | Recap
Game 2 — Oilers 4, Canucks 3 (OT) | Recap
Game 3 — Canucks 4, Oilers 3 | Recap
Game 4 — Oilers 3, Canucks 2 | Recap
Game 5 — Canucks 3, Oilers 2 | Recap
Game 6 — Oilers 5, Canucks 1 | Recap
Game 7 — Oilers 3, Canucks 2 | Recap
In a thrilling matchup between two powerhouse teams, the Florida Panthers emerged victorious over the New York Rangers in the 2024 NHL Playoffs to secure their spot in the Stanley Cup Final. The Panthers, led by star players like Aleksander Barkov and Aaron Ekblad, put on a dominant performance against the Rangers, who were unable to keep up with their speed and skill on the ice.
The series between the Panthers and Rangers was highly anticipated, as both teams had been performing exceptionally well throughout the regular season. The Panthers finished at the top of the Eastern Conference standings, while the Rangers were not far behind in second place. Fans were treated to some intense and high-stakes hockey as the two teams battled it out for a chance to compete for the ultimate prize in the NHL.
In the end, it was the Panthers who came out on top, winning the series in a decisive fashion. Their offense was firing on all cylinders, with players like Jonathan Huberdeau and Sam Reinhart leading the charge and putting up impressive numbers on the scoreboard. Their defense was also rock solid, shutting down the Rangers’ top scorers and limiting their opportunities to score.
The Panthers’ victory over the Rangers was a testament to their skill, determination, and teamwork. They showed that they have what it takes to compete at the highest level and are now one step closer to achieving their ultimate goal of winning the Stanley Cup.
As they prepare to face off against their next opponent in the Stanley Cup Final, the Panthers will be looking to carry their momentum from their victory over the Rangers and continue playing at a high level. Fans can expect more exciting and intense hockey as the Panthers look to make history and bring home the Stanley Cup to Florida.
Overall, the Panthers’ defeat of the Rangers in the 2024 NHL Playoffs was a thrilling and memorable moment in hockey history. It showcased the talent and determination of both teams and set the stage for an exciting conclusion to the season as the Panthers vie for their first Stanley Cup championship.
