In a thrilling Game 3 clash of the Eastern Conference finals, the Florida Panthers dismantled the Carolina Hurricanes with a decisive 7-0 victory, emphasizing their dominance with an explosive third period highlighted by Jesper Boqvist's stunning backhand goal. The Panthers' relentless offense was complemented by solid defensive play, particularly from Gustav Forsling, marking a significant step towards the Stanley Cup finals.

In other sports news, the Minnesota Twins welcomed back shortstop Carlos Correa from the injured list, ready to bolster their lineup against the Kansas City Royals. Meanwhile, the Indianapolis 500 weekend excitement kicked off with fun events, including the unique Wienermobile races. In basketball, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP honor energized the Oklahoma City Thunder as they pushed to a commanding 2-0 series lead against their Western Conference rivals.