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Vatrano’s Big Night Helps Panthers Crush San Jose For Third Straight Win

SUNRISE (CBSMiami/AP) — The newest addition to the Florida Panthers’ top line has been reaping the benefits.

Frank Vatrano had a goal and three assists for a career-high four points to lift the Florida Panthers over the San Jose Sharks 6-2 on Monday night.

Vincent Trocheck, Keith Yandle and Nick Bjugstad each had a power-play goal for the Panthers. Mike Matheson and Aaron Ekblad also scored, Roberto Luongo stopped 27 shots and Aleksander Barkov added three assists.

The Panthers have won three straight after losing their previous seven games.

Vatrano has accumulated nine points (5 goals, 4 assists) over his last seven games.