Canadiens strive for continued success in clash vs. Panthers

The Montreal Canadiens will look to beat the Florida Panthers for the second time in 10 days when the teams meet in Montreal on Thursday night.

The Canadiens won 3-2 in overtime on the road vs. Florida on Dec. 30, kicking off a stretch in which they have won four of five games. The Canadiens won their second straight game, 4-1 on Wednesday over Calgary in the opener of a four-game homestand.

The Panthers will continue a six-game road trip after beginning with a 4-1 loss at the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday.