The Florida Panthers experienced their first defeat of the season, losing 5-2 to the Flyers. Despite being one of three teams to start 3-0 in the past 25 years after winning the Stanley Cup the previous season, the Panthers' rally fell short.
Dan Vladar made 24 saves, while Daniil Tarasov stopped 17 shots in his Florida debut.
The Panthers' rally came up short in a 5-2 loss to the Flyers, featuring a pair of empty-net goals.
Author's summary: Panthers lose first game of season to Flyers.