Panthers' Late Goal Sinks Mammoth in Close Contest

In a thrilling matchup on December 10, 2025, the Florida Panthers edged out the Utah Mammoth with a late goal, securing a 4-3 victory. Anton Lundell scored the game-winner with just 52 seconds left in the third period, marking his eighth goal of the season.

The play unfolded after Sam Reinhart won a faceoff, leading to a shot from Eetu Luostarinen that was deflected to Lundell, who capitalized on the opportunity. The Panthers showcased resilience, coming back after the Mammoth had tied the game at 3-3 following a strong performance from Dylan Guenther, who netted two goals for Utah.

Sam Bennett contributed significantly to Florida's win with two goals and an assist, marking his first multi-goal game this season. Sergei Bobrovsky made 27 saves, helping the Panthers maintain their momentum with this victory, their third consecutive win.

Meanwhile, Utah's Karel Vejmelka faced 36 shots, stopping 32 but ultimately couldn't secure the win for his team, which has now lost three straight games. Mammoth head coach Andre Tourigny expressed frustration over the loss, noting the team's struggles in one-goal games this season.

Despite the defeat, the Mammoth demonstrated character by overcoming a two-goal deficit to tie the game before falling short. This game highlighted the stark contrast between a championship-caliber team and one in the building phase, as the Panthers outshot the Mammoth 19-4 in the critical third period, showcasing their ability to dominate in crucial moments.