Florida Panthers' coach Paul Maurice announced that star winger Sam Reinhart will miss Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes due to a lower-body injury sustained in Game 2. Reinhart's absence is felt keenly as he is a key contributor, evidenced by his postseason performance of four goals and 11 points. Jesper Boqvist will take his place in the lineup. The Panthers lead the series 2-0, having won convincingly in the first two games, approaching their third consecutive Stanley Cup Final opportunity.
"That guy, you can't really replace him," captain Aleksander Barkov said. "He does everything." This emphasizes Sam Reinhart's crucial role in the team's success.
Reinhart, a Selke Award finalist and top team scorer during the regular season, has four goals and 11 points this postseason, showcasing his importance in playoffs.
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