Panthers' late lead slips away as Montreal's Nick Suzuki ties it and wins it in overtime
Briefly

Nick Suzuki scored twice, including the tying goal with just 8.4 seconds remaining in regulation and the overtime winner in a 3-2 victory for the Montreal Canadiens against the Florida Panthers. The win allowed the Canadiens to sweep the home-and-home series with Florida. Josh Anderson also contributed a goal, while rookie defenseman Lane Hutson's three assists set a new record for the most assists by a rookie NHL defenseman. The Canadiens secured their spot in the Eastern Conference's second wild-card position, while the Panthers struggled with their recent form.
Nick Suzuki's performance was instrumental as he scored both the tying goal in the final moments and the overtime winner, showcasing his pivotal role in the game.
Suzuki's heroic efforts with 25 goals this season, alongside Hutson's record-breaking assists, have solidified their positions as key players for the Canadiens.
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