Bobrovsky Unflappable for Panthers During Latest Run in Stanley Cup Playoffs
Florida Panthers Knock Off Boston Bruins With Late Goal, Advance to Eastern Final
Twitter Erupts as Florida Panthers Go 3-0 Up in Eastern Conference Finals
The Florida Panthers are heading back to the Eastern Conference final after a 2-1 series win over the Boston Bruins. The Panthers advanced to the third round of the playoffs for the first time in franchise history with a dramatic 5-4 overtime win in Game 7 on Saturday night.
Gustav Forsling scored the game-winning goal with just 1:19 remaining in overtime, sending the Panthers to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 1996. Florida won the series despite losing the first two games at home.
Sergei Bobrovsky was outstanding in net for the Panthers, stopping 36 of 40 shots. He made several key saves in the third period and overtime to keep the Bruins at bay.
The Panthers will now face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals. Game 1 is scheduled for Tuesday night in Raleigh.
The Panthers' victory was met with widespread praise on Twitter. Many fans and analysts praised the team's resilience and determination, while also giving credit to Bobrovsky's performance.
"Unreal what we are watching," wrote one fan. "The Panthers are playing with so much heart and determination. Bobrovsky is a wall."
"The Panthers are proving that they are a legitimate contender," wrote another fan. "They have overcome adversity all season long, and they are now one step away from the Stanley Cup Final."
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