Panthers End Islanders' Seven-Game Winning Streak with Verhaeghe Hat Trick

The Panthers capitalized on a depleted Islanders lineup to secure a 6-3 victory, with Carter Verhaeghe delivering a standout four-point performance.

• Carter Verhaeghe scored his fourth career hat trick and added an assist, leading the Panthers to a 6-3 win over the Islanders.
• The Islanders, missing key players due to injuries, saw their seven-game winning streak come to an end in the second half of a back-to-back stretch.
• Florida's Sam Reinhart contributed a goal and an assist, while Spencer Knight made 31 saves in net for the Panthers.
• Despite goals from Kyle MacLean, Jean-Gabriel Pageau, and Marc Gatcomb, the Islanders struggled defensively and relied on fourth-string goalie Jakub Skarek, who made his NHL debut.
• The Islanders remain in the playoff race but face challenges with a depleted roster and upcoming games before an NHL-wide break for the 4 Nations Face-Off.

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