Overview
- Sam Bennett sustained a hand injury during Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against Tampa Bay Lightning, ruling him out for the upcoming games.
- Coach Paul Maurice has restructured the team's lineup, promoting Anton Lundell to the second line to fill Bennett's role.
- The injury occurred when Bennett was struck by a teammate's slap shot, leading to immediate removal from the game.
- Florida Panthers currently lead the series 2-0, with Bennett having contributed significantly in the first two games.
- Adjustments also made to the Panthers' power-play unit, with Eetu Luostarinen taking Bennett's spot.