Brad Marchand leads Florida Panthers to 3–2 win over Vegas Golden Knights; Paul Maurice calls him “exceptional”

The Florida Panthers are starting to find their rhythm under coach Paul Maurice, led by veteran forward Brad Marchand. On Monday night, Marchand extended his goal streak to five games, helping Florida secure a hard-fought 3–2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights.

The victory capped a 2–2–0 road trip and showed the Panthers’ growing confidence on both ends of the ice.Marchand’s goal, a slick backhand in the second period, also stretched his point streak to eight games. Over that run, he has scored eight goals and added four assists. He is now just two points away from reaching 1,000 career points, highlighting how important he continues to be for Florida’s offense.

Brad Marchand powers Florida Panthers’ offense to 3–2 win over Vegas Golden Knights

The Panthers controlled much of the game, showing a balanced attack that kept Vegas on their heels.

Florida created several scoring chances early on, with Marchand actively driving play and creating opportunities for his teammates. His vision and quick decisions on the ice were on full display, helping the team maintain momentum through both periods.

After the win, coach Paul Maurice praised Marchand, saying, “You know he’s a good player when you coach against him, but when you see him up close, it’s just exceptional,” pointing to the winger’s skill and impact on the team.

Jesper Boqvist gave Florida an early lead with a first-period goal, and Sam Reinhart added a power-play goal early in the third that ended up being the game-winner. Vegas pushed hard late in the game, but goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 30 shots to earn his 437th career win, tying NHL legend Jacques Plante for ninth all-time. Bobrovsky’s steady play was crucial in keeping the Panthers ahead and giving the team a chance to close out the game.With Marchand in strong form and Bobrovsky anchoring the net, the Panthers are showing they can compete with the league’s top teams. Their combination of veteran experience, scoring depth, and solid defense is creating momentum that could carry them into the playoffs. Marchand’s streak is turning heads and has quickly become a defining part of Florida’s season.More coverage on NHL:Macklin Celebrini joins Wayne Gretzky, Sidney Crosby, and Steve Yzerman in record for most points by teen in NHL historyConnor McDavid’s wife Lauren Kyle drops ‘Oilers Collection 03’—A racing-inspired fashion release by Sports Club AtelierBrad Marchand, Anze Kopitar, and Corey Perry make NHL history as first 37+ trio to score in same first period"Not going to comment on it": Alex Ovechkin reacts as 900th goal turns controversial after Jordan Binnington caught hiding puck