Florida Panthers lead Atlantic Division amid key player injuries

The Florida Panthers currently lead the Atlantic Division following a four-game road trip where they earned six points through two wins and two overtime losses. Despite their success, the team faces significant challenges including lower-body injuries to key players Aleksander Barkov and Brad Marchand sustained in California. Additionally, the team's power play has struggled, recording only one goal in 23 attempts during the recent trip.

Across the NHL, the standings show the New York Rangers leading the Metropolitan Division and the Winnipeg Jets leading the Central Division. In the Pacific Division, the Edmonton Oilers hold the top position. Upcoming matchups include Dallas at Buffalo, Minnesota at Tampa Bay, Nashville at Montreal, Philadelphia at Ottawa, and Utah at Boston.