Paul Maurice on whether the Panthers have captured the momentum in the series vs. the Leafs: "I don't believe in momentum... The puck will drop in the next game, and we will have to fight hard to get back to a pretty well-played game by our team"

After the Panthers' 2-0 victory over the Maple Leafs in Game 4, head coach Paul Maurice discussed player injuries, emphasizing Aleksander Barkov's hopeful recovery and the need for further evaluation on Evan Rodrigues. He praised Gustav Forsling's skating ability and disciplined play, while downplaying the impact of momentum in playoff hockey. Maurice noted Carter Verheaghe's strong offensive presence, highlighting his consistency and adaptability in high-pressure situations. Additionally, he acknowledged improvements in the team's defensive strategy, indicating readiness for future challenges in the playoff series.

He is going to need an evaluation tomorrow to understand.

I am not a momentum believer at all.

Carter has been our most consistent forward.

I thought our gaps were good.

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