Florida had a five-game winning streak snapped on Thursday, losing at Columbus 7-3, but the Panthers look to start another streak against the Rangers, who come off a 7-5 loss at the New York Islanders. Roberto Luongo had an off game for the Panthers against the Blue Jackets, but he still has a .930 save percentage and a 2.18 goals-against average this season, as well as a 4-1 record in limited action due to injuries. Henrik Lundqvust also had a bad outing against the Islanders as he allowed five goals to even his record at 6-6-2. Florida is 6-2 its last eight games after allowing at least five goals its previous game and 5-0 its last five versus an opponent that gave up at least five goals its previous contest. New York is 8-22 its last 30 versus the Eastern Conference. Play the Panthers.
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