The Vegas Golden Knights secured a hard-fought victory against the Florida Panthers in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals on Saturday night, culminating in a post-buzzer brawl. With just seconds remaining and trailing 3-2, the Panthers launched a final offensive, peppering the Golden Knights' net with shots. The ensuing scramble near the goal as the clock expired sparked a melee involving multiple players from both teams.
Panthers defenseman Josh Mahura (center) and Vegas Golden Knights center Chandler Stephenson clash during Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Sunrise, Florida. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill found himself in the thick of the action, with fans adding to the chaotic scene by throwing debris onto the ice. The on-ice altercation resulted in numerous penalties, including unsportsmanlike conduct and misconduct calls.
Vegas built a commanding 3-0 lead thanks to a pair of goals from Chandler Stephenson and a tally by William Karlsson. The Panthers rallied with goals from Brandon Montour and Aleksander Barkov, but ultimately fell short. Following the game, Golden Knights players acknowledged the intensity of the match, emphasizing the Panthers' resilience throughout the series.
Panthers center Aleksander Barkov takes a punch from Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb during the Stanley Cup Finals on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Sunrise, Florida. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Goaltender Adin Hill commented on the post-game scrum, mentioning his helmet being knocked off and the numerical disadvantage his team faced. He downplayed the incident, shifting focus to the upcoming Game 5.
Vegas Golden Knights center Chandler Stephenson celebrates a goal during the Stanley Cup Finals on Saturday, June 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
The series now shifts back to Las Vegas for Game 5 on Tuesday, where the Golden Knights have the opportunity to secure their first Stanley Cup championship.
