Canucks Snap Skid, Beat Panthers 5-2

0:00Here's more NHL news for March 18th. Vancouver Connugs topped the Florida Panthers 5-2 at Rodgers Arena on Tuesday night. Elias Petterson broke a 20-game gold drought with a pair of powerplay tallies, including his 200th career NHL goal. That effort sparked the win for the home team. Marco Rossi chipped in with a goal into assists, while Brock Bozer dished out three helpers. Goalie Kevin Lincoln and stopped 21 shots for his first victory in 10 starts, dating back to late January. The Connugs improved to 21 wins, 38 losses, and 8 overtime losses. They've now taken three of their last six games, bouncing back from a tough stretch where they won just three of 26. Over on the Panther side, Matthew Tickachuk scored once and added in the assist, with Carter Verhage picking up two assists. Sergey Barovsky made 17 saves in his 800th NHL game, but Florida dropped the first two games of their four-game road trip.

1:01A.A.2 Rady and Juro Conner added late insurance goals for Vancouver, sealing the deal after Florida pulled within one in the second period. This keeps the Connugs building some momentum heading forward. Appreciation to a sponsor for backing this episode. When you need a moment alone, just lay back and listen. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com