The Florida Panthers are set to face off against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, aiming for a sweep despite being without key players. Top-line forward Sam Reinhart will miss his second consecutive game due to a lower body injury sustained from a hit by Sebastian Aho. Additionally, defenseman Niko Mikkola will sit out after hitting his shoulder hard against the boards, and A.J. Greer is also unavailable following injuries from Game 3.

Coach Paul Maurice expressed optimism that all three players could return at some point during the series. Jesper Boqvist took Reinhart's spot on the top line, making a significant impact in Game 3 by scoring and assisting during a five-goal outburst in the third period. Uvis Balinskis will replace Mikkola, while veteran Nico Sturm joins the fourth line in Greer’s absence. Despite missing key personnel, the Panthers have successfully outscored the Hurricanes 16-4 in the series so far.