Putting together one of their best performances of the second half, the Florida Panthers showed what they're capable of during a dominant 4-0 win over the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on Thursday.

Early game momentum carried for the Avalanche with Ross Colton opening the scoring just 32 seconds into the game. The Oilers responded with what they do best — quickly converting on the power play. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was the beneficiary of a slick Connor McDavid pass and the game was suddenly tied.

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Svechkov's timely tally wasn't enough as Predators surrendered three goals, slipping further from playoff contention against McDavid's dominant Oilers.