After tough series vs. Bruins, Panthers ready for Rangers in conference finals

FORT LAUDERDALE — The six-game, second-round series between the Panthers and Bruins had its share of clutch goals and great moments. But one of the biggest highlights was when Matthew Tkachuk and David Pastrnak dropped gloves and squared off near center ice.

The Game 2 fight highlighted a physical series that saw Boston captain Brad Marchand miss two games following a Sam Bennett hit. The Bruins have all offseason to nurse their wounds. Following their Game 6 win on Friday night, the Panthers...