Panthers' Reinhart, Mikkola, Greer expected to return for Game 5
Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice announced Sam Reinhart, Niko Mikkola, and A.J. Greer are expected to return to the lineup for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final, according to team reporter Jameson Olive.
Reinhart missed Games 3 and 4 after sustaining a lower-body injury on a hit from Sebastian Aho. Mikkola and Greer only missed Game 4, which Carolina won to avoid a sweep.
Reinhart has notched 11 points in 14 playoff games this spring and plays key roles in all situations. Mikkola has evolved into a key piece on Florida's defense this postseason, contributing five points while averaging nearly 20 minutes per contest. Greer has registered two goals and one assist playing on the fourth line.
The Panthers would become the eighth franchise in NHL history to make a third straight Stanley Cup Final with a win Wednesday.
Game 5 is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET in Raleigh. The Panthers are 7-2 on the road in these playoffs.