On January 10, 2026, the Florida Panthers secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators, ending their two-game losing streak. The Panthers' offensive prowess was showcased through goals from Gustav Forsling and Carter Verhaeghe, with Evan Rodrigues also contributing. Sergei Bobrovsky's 18 saves proved instrumental in the win. The Senators, on the other hand, saw their losing streak extend to four games, with goals from Fabian Zetterlund and Claude Giroux. Leevi Merilainen made 18 saves but couldn't prevent the loss. The game's pivotal moment came in the third period when Forsling's precise shot gave the Panthers a 3-1 lead. Giroux's goal with 1:42 remaining brought the Senators back within one, but they couldn't secure the equalizer. The Panthers' power play was effective, with Rodrigues and Verhaeghe capitalizing on defensive lapses. Verhaeghe's controversial push on Artem Zub late in the second period sparked debate, but the initial major penalty was reduced to a minor upon review. Sandis Vilmanis made his NHL debut for the Panthers, adding to the team's excitement. Looking ahead, the Panthers will face the Buffalo Sabres on Monday night, while the Senators will host the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night.
