The goal clearly lifted the Blackhawks who up until then had been forced on the defensive.
Frolik tied the game at 13:01 after a great pass by Steven Reinprecht.
Chicago came close to retaking the lead through Kane, who forced a fine save from Vokoun.
The Blackhawks eventually took the lead again at 3:52 in the third period through Byfuglien after a goalmouth scramble. A shot by Koistinen at 7:29 drew Florida level, assists going to Cory Stillman and Frolik.
Patrick Sharp scored at 11:36, but David Booth fired a high shot unassisted with 2:21 remaining to make it 3-3 and send the game into overtime.
In other NHL action, it was:
• Penguins 3, Rangers 2
• Flyers 2, Hurricanes 0
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