Hockey

Reinhardt’s Late Goal Secures Panthers’ Victory Over Rangers in Quick’s Final Game

by
James Thornton
April 13, 2026

In a thrilling finish, Cole Reinhardt netted his second goal of the night with just 1:50 left on the clock, leading the Florida Panthers to a 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers. The win not only highlighted Reinhardt’s impressive performance but also marked a bittersweet moment as it spoiled goaltender Jonathan Quick’s final appearance in the NHL.

Quick, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, announced his retirement prior to the game after an illustrious 19-season career. He achieved significant success during his tenure, winning two Cups with the Los Angeles Kings and being part of the Vegas Golden Knights’ 2023 championship team. Despite the loss, Quick’s legacy as one of the league’s elite goaltenders remains intact.

Reinhardt’s decisive goal broke a 2-2 tie, coming from Florida’s fourth shot in the third period as he skillfully beat Quick on the glove side. The Rangers, looking to snap a three-game losing streak, were unable to gain the lead at any point during the match.

Florida’s Daniil Tarasov stood tall in net, making 24 saves, including all 14 shots he faced in the third period. The Rangers applied pressure in their quest to secure a victory for Quick, but Tarasov’s performance proved too strong.

The Panthers jumped out to an early lead with two goals in the first period. Reinhardt opened the scoring by capitalizing on a rebound from a shot by defenseman Tobias Bjornfot. Shortly after, Mackie Samoskevich extended the lead to 2-0 at 11:21 with a breakaway goal.

New York fought back, with Matthew Robertson cutting the lead to 2-1 at 15:19 of the opening period, scoring off a shot from the point. The Rangers continued to battle, and Gabe Perreault tied the game at 2 with a goal late in the second period, firing in a rebound from Adam Fox’s shot.

Despite the Rangers’ efforts, they couldn’t find the net again, and Quick ended the game with 14 saves. The Panthers will look to build on this momentum as they host the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday, while the Rangers will aim to bounce back against the Tampa Bay Lightning on the same night.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.

James Thornton

James Thornton brings over a decade of sports journalism experience to 21Sports.com. Known for his razor-sharp analysis and passion for the game, James has covered everything from Super Bowls to the Olympics. His deep knowledge of football and ability to break down complex strategies make his articles a must-read for any sports fan. Off the field, James is an avid golfer who enjoys exploring new courses on the weekends.