Overview
- The Florida Panthers secured a decisive 6–1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference final.
- Key goals were scored by Seth Jones, Anton Lundell, Jonah Gadjovich, Eetu Luostarinen, Sam Reinhart, and Brad Marchand.
- Head coach Paul Maurice extended his perfect record in elimination games to 6–0, showcasing his strategic expertise.
- Toronto's loss marks its seventh consecutive defeat in elimination games, continuing a troubling playoff trend.
- Referee Chris Rooney was replaced mid-game after sustaining an eye injury caused by Niko Mikkola's stick, briefly pausing play.