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Lundell scored a goal on four shots, blocked four shots and went plus-3 in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs in Game 7.

Eetu Luostarinen's shot generated a big rebound, and Lundell was there to knock it home at 7:18 of the second period. That goal stood as the game-winner in the series-clinching win. Lundell continues to fill a third-line role to great success, picking up four goals, six assists, 25 shots on net, 15 hits, 10 blocked shots and a plus-9 rating over 12 playoff outings. His line with Luostarinen and Brad Marchand could be an X-factor in the Eastern Conference Finals versus the Hurricanes.

Reinhart scored a goal, added four hits, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs in Game 7.

A quick faceoff win by Aleksander Barkov left Reinhart with space to shoot, and Reinhart's shot was true to give the Panthers a 5-1 lead midway through the third period. The 29-year-old winger earned five points over the last five games of the second round. Overall, he's at four goals, 11 points, 41 shots on net, 27 hits, 11 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating across 12 playoff outings in a top-line role.

Luostarinen scored a goal on four shots, dished two assists, added four hits and went plus-3 in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs in Game 7.

Luostarinen set up Anton Lundell's game-winning goal at 7:18 of the second period. In the third, Luostarinen added a tip-in goal and also fed Brad Marchand for the empty-netter. It has been a fairly effective postseason for Luostarinen, who is up to three goals, nine assists, 16 shots on net, 54 hits, 12 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating over 12 playoff outings. It's a luxury for the Panthers to have him with Lundell and Marchand on the third line, giving the team plenty of depth to contend with the Hurricanes' stout defense in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Rodrigues (undisclosed) is expected to play against Toronto on Sunday in Game 7, according to Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Rodrigues will probably return to a top-six role after missing the last two games. He has contributed three assists, 16 shots on goal and 19 hits across nine appearances this postseason. Rodrigues will replace Jesper Boqvist in Sunday's lineup versus the Maple Leafs.

Vilardi recorded an assist in Saturday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Stars in Game 6.

Vilardi picked up four points over six games in the second round. That was an improvement for the 25-year-old after he was held off the scoresheet in three first-round outings following his return from an upper-body injury. Vilardi added 21 shots on net, 11 hits, eight blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over nine playoff outings. He was a regular in the Jets' top six in 2024-25, earning 27 goals and 61 points in 71 regular-season games. He's a restricted free agent this offseason, but he should be back in the fold for 2025-26 once he signs a new deal.

Scheifele scored a goal, doled out nine hits and added two PIM in Saturday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Stars in Game 6.

Just hours after the unexpected death of his father, Scheifele chose to suit up in Game 6 with the Jets facing elimination. He gave them a storybook start, scoring the opening goal at 5:28 of the second period, but in a cruel twist, the 32-year-old was in the penalty box when the Stars won the game in overtime. Scheifele ends the playoffs at five goals, six assists and 22 shots on net over 11 appearances. All the best to Scheifele and his family as they navigate the heartbreaking loss of a loved one.

Seguin notched a power-play assist and fired two shots on goal in Saturday's 2-1 overtime win over the Jets in Game 6.

Seguin had been held off the scoresheet for the entire second round before he set up Thomas Harley's goal 1:33 into overtime. The 33-year-old Seguin is still seeing middle-six usage, but the depth of the Stars' offense has allowed him to ease back in after missing most of the regular season due to a hip injury. He's at five points, 17 shots on net, 13 hits, 10 PIM and a minus-2 rating over 13 playoff outings.

Steel scored a goal in Saturday's 2-1 overtime win over the Jets in Game 6.

Steel's tally at 11:12 of the second period tied the game at 1-1. The fourth-liner was more impactful in the second round than he was versus the Avalanche in the opening round of the playoffs. This was Steel's first goal this postseason, and he's added five assists, including three over six games against the Jets. The center has added six shots on net, 20 hits, eight blocked shots, 14 PIM and a minus-1 rating over 13 playoff outings.

Scheifele (personal) will be in the lineup for Game 6 against Dallas on Saturday, Murat Ates of The Athletic reports.

Scheifele's father, Brad, unexpectedly passed away Friday night, but the Winnipeg forward believes his dad would've wanted him to be on the ice with his teammates. The 32-year-old Scheifele has earned four goals and 10 points through 10 contests this postseason. In Saturday's matchup against the Stars, he will skate on the top line and see time on the first power-play unit.

Scheifele (personal) is questionable for Game 6 against Dallas on Saturday, per Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press.

Scheifele's father, Brad, passed away Friday night, and it is too early to know right now if the 32-year-old forward will be available to play against the Stars. Scheifele could be a game-time decision for the matchup. He has four goals and 10 points through 10 contests this postseason. If Scheifele sits out, David Gustafsson, Dominic Toninato or Rasmus Kupari could face Dallas on Saturday.