Bobrovsky was particularly strong against the Rangers during last year’s Eastern Conference Final, including posting a stellar 24-save shutout in a 3-0 win in Game 1. In their return to the Big Apple, the Panthers still sense a little of that magic.

NEW YORK (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky made 24 saves for his 400th career win, and the Florida Panthers defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 on Thursday.

The Blueshirts lead the NHL in goals, expected goals and shots per 60 minutes played at 5v5, but this will be their toughest test yet.

NEW YORK — Sergei Bobrovsky made 24 saves for his 400th career win, and the Florida Panthers defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 on Thursday. Anton Lundell and Carter Verhaeghe scored early first-period goals for Florida.

Sergei Bobrovsky made 24 saves for his 400th career win as the Florida Panthers defeated the New York Rangers on Thursday.

Sergei Bobrovsky made 24 saves for his 400th career regular-season victory as the visiting Florida Panthers beat the New York Rangers 3-1 on Thursday night in the first meeting between the teams since last spring's Eastern Conference finals.

Sergei Bobrovsky earned his 400th career win, joining a small group of goalies to reach the feat and making NHL history in the process.

Sergei Bobrovsky made 24 saves for his 400th career win, and the Florida Panthers defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 on Thursday.