The Panthers came behind twice, first from an early 2-0 deficit and then rallying from a 3–1 disadvantage by scoring three unanswered goals and taking the lead entering the third period. Morgan Rielly tied the game for the Leafs, sending it to overtime.

With the benefit of last change on home ice, Panthers coach Paul Maurice's matchup changes were the root cause of Toronto's Game 3 loss.

SUNRISE, Fla. -- Brad Marchand scored at 15:27 of overtime to give the Florida Panthers a 5-4 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Second Round at Amerant Bank Arena on Friday.