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" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The blowout will likely be on the minds of both teams ahead of Saturday's meeting, which should only add to the intensity. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Another thing that can probably be counted on is that the power play potency will be off the charts." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Florida and Tampa Bay are the top two teams in the NHL when on the man advantage, with Tampa (29.4%) ranking first and Florida (26.8%) in second. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The Panthers lineup will be something to keep an eye on after Florida played without center Sam Bennett and winger Evan Rodrigues during Thursday’s loss in Carolina. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Both have been considered day-to-day by Panthers Head Coach Paul Maurice, who will likely provide an update on both players after Florida’s morning skate at the Baptist Health Ice Plex on Saturday morning. 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Expect fireworks in latest rivalry matchup between Panthers and Lightning