Overview

• Brad Marchand was ejected from Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final after instigating a fight with Shayne Gostisbehere in the third period.
• The altercation began after Gostisbehere appeared to intentionally shoot the puck at Marchand, leading to a scuffle and subsequent penalties.
• Marchand received two minor roughing penalties and a 10-minute game misconduct, while Gostisbehere was assessed a two-minute minor for roughing.
• The Florida Panthers secured a 5-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1, aiming for their third consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearance.
• Marchand, who was acquired from the Boston Bruins at the trade deadline, has been a key postseason contributor with three goals and nine assists in 13 games.