Panthers Triumph Over Sabres with Bennett’s Power-Play Goal
Florida Panthers defeat Buffalo Sabres 5-2, ending Buffalo's winning streak and marking Aleksander Barkov's return to the lineup.
- Carter Verhaeghe's late second-period goal proved decisive in the Panthers' 5-2 victory over the Sabres.
- Sam Bennett added an insurance goal on a power play, while Aleksander Barkov sealed the win with a shot off the post.
- The Sabres' attempt to rally was halted, breaking their two-game win streak against Atlantic Division rivals.
- Aleksander Barkov returned to the Panthers' lineup after missing eight games due to a lower-body injury.
- Florida Panthers maintained strong form without Barkov, achieving a 5-2-1 record during his absence.