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Penguins acquire Oliver Okuliar from Panthers for Emil Pieniniemi

The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired forward Oliver Okuliar from the Florida Panthers in exchange for defenseman Emil Pieniniemi. Okuliar played for Skelleftea AIK in the Swedish Hockey League last season, posting 15 goals and 14 assists in 46 games.

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Panthers And Penguins Swap Oliver Okuliar And Emil Pieniniemi

The Penguins and Panthers have made a swap of minor leaguers. Florida has acquired defenseman Emil Pieniniemi from Pittsburgh in exchange for the rights to forward Oliver Okuliar. Both teams have announced the swap.

Jesse Puljujarvi News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

Former NHLer Jesse Puljujärvi loses World Championship medal, fans urged to check karaoke bars

A champion seems to have misplaced some important hardware. According to the latest episode of Urheilucast, a Finnish podcast hosted by Esko Seppanen, Finland forward and former NHLer Jesse Puljujarvi has lost the gold medal he won at the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship.

Cooper Black News / Daily Faceoff / June 8

Panthers sign Cooper Black to two-year contract extension

The Florida Panthers have agreed to terms on a two-year, two-way contract extension with goaltender Cooper Black, the club announced Monday afternoon. Black, 24, posted a 25-13-4 record, one shutout, and a .903 save percentage in 42 games with the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers during the 2025-26 regular season.

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Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 8

Panthers Sign Cooper Black To Two-Year Contract

Given that Sergei Bobrovsky and Daniil Tarasov could depart the organization in free agency this summer, the Florida Panthers are doing everything they can to keep most of their goaltending depth intact.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 8

Oilers' connection to Mike Babcock signifies big coaching problem

Oilers' rumored connection to Mike Babcock signifies larger NHL problem

Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman is out of ideas. He must be if he's seriously considering hiring Mike Babcock as the next head coach of the Oilers.

Why a Dylan Larkin trade is complicated for Red Wings' Steve Yzerman

Golden Knights' Mitch Marner records fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history

Winners, losers from Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights avoid historic collapse with OT win

Should Hurricanes make goalie switch for Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final?

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 6

Mammoth need to take the next step as a contender

The Utah Mammoth achieved most of their goals in the 2025-26 NHL season, as they qualified for the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in franchise history before putting up a solid fight against the eventual Western Conference champion Vegas Golden Knights in a six-game loss in the first round.

Assessing trade destinations for disgruntled Red Wings center Dylan Larkin

NHL rumors: Robert Thomas not available, Oilers done waiting for Bruce Cassidy and Nico Hischier to Canadiens?

The 'Arizona Coyotes retired numbers' quiz

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 4

Free Agent Focus: Florida Panthers

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 3

Panthers’ 17-Goal Guy Going to Market: Oilers Make a Lot of Sense

Florida Panthers forward A.J. Greer is set to test free agency, according to a report by NHL insider Elliotte Friedman. During his latest 32 Thoughts podcast, Friedman suggested that, on the heels of a 17-goal season, Greer might be looking to cash in and will eye of the UFA market on July 1.

Matvei Shuravin News / Daily Faceoff / June 1

Panthers sign Matvei Shuravin to three-year, entry-level contract

The Florida Panthers announced Monday they signed defenseman Matvei Shuravin to a three-year, entry-level contract that will kick in next season. “Matvei

Matvei Shuravin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 1

Panthers Sign Matvei Shuravin To Entry-Level Contract

According to an announcement from his agent, Dan Milstein, defenseman Matvei Shuravin has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Florida Panthers.

Florida Panthers News / EasySportz / June 1

Barkov blindsides Canada in stunning upset

Barkov didn’t just play — he *commanded*. The Florida Panthers captain, back from a full-season absence, led Finland to a 4-2 victory over Canada in Zurich, sending shockwaves through the hockey world.

Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / June 1

Two Florida Panthers Shine In Finland’s World Championship Elimination Games

After dominating in pool play, Finland’s excellent tournament continued into the elimination rounds. Sasha Barkov and Anton Lundell have looked excellent for the Finns.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / May 29

Matthew Tkachuk “never” wants to be back at IIHF Worlds

While nowhere near the importance of the gold medal game at the Winter Olympics, Matthew Tkachuk and Team USA took on Team Canada in an elimination game on Thursday.

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Matthew Tkachuk News / Athlon Sports / May 29

USA’s Matthew Tkachuk Gets Called Out by Referee in 4–0 Loss to Canada

Team USA's run at the 2026 IIHF World Championship ended in disappointing fashion with a 4-0 quarterfinal loss to Canada. However, one moment involving Matthew Tkachuk stole the spotlight.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / May 28

‘We won the big one … but this one still sucks losing’: Matthew Tkachuk discusses World Championship loss to Canada

In the first clash between Team USA and Team Canada since the Americans won the gold medal at the Winter Olympics in an overtime thriller, the Canadians earned a 4-0 win over Team USA in the quarterfinal round of the IIHF World Championships in Switzerland.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / May 27

Revisiting the Florida Panthers’ 1993 Expansion Draft

The Florida Panthers’ rich history traces back to a fateful night in June 1993, when the newest NHL franchises, including the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, began assembling their rosters ahead of their inaugural seasons.

Sergei Bobrovsky News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 26

Best Sergei Bobrovsky destinations if he leaves Panthers in 2026 NHL Free Agency

Sergei Bobrovsky and the Florida Panthers missed the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs in disappointing fashion. The two-time defending Stanley Cup champions were ravaged by injuries well before the puck dropped for the season opener.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 26

Report Suggests the Panthers Are Trying to Acquire Brady Tkachuk

The Florida Panthers had a difficult, injury-riddled 2025-26 season, but that might only end up benefiting and motivating them moving forward. A 25th-place finish landed them the ninth overall pick in the upcoming draft and their longest summer in seven years to rest and recover for next season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 25

Winners, losers from Sunday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Vegas stuns Avalanche for 3-0 series lead

In what is turning out to be one of the most stunning playoff series in recent NHL history, the Vegas Golden Knights took a commanding 3-0 lead over the Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Final.

Golden Knights make franchise history with comeback win

Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon limited after taking shot to knee

Hurricanes' OT win evens series, snaps long drought for franchise

Winners, losers from Saturday's NHL playoffs

Former Maple Leafs defenseman signs shocking extension

A Scott Laughton extension is in the cards for the Kings

Sergei Bobrovsky News / NHL Trade Talk / May 25

Bobrovsky’s ask could complicate things for Oilers and other veterans

The ripple effects of Sergei Bobrovsky asking for what he hopes to get as a free agent or signing a contract this offseason could have far-reaching impacts across several areas this summer.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 24

Panthers Should Avoid Pursuing Stuart Skinner This Offseason

After being crippled by injuries this season, the Florida Panthers missed the playoffs for the first time since 2019. Winning back-to-back Stanley Cups and reaching three straight Stanley Cup Finals comes at a cost, but the extended break should give them plenty of rest and time to heal.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 20

Vegas Golden Knights Have Cap Issues to Resolve to Sign Multiple Players

It is never easy to talk about teams that are still in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but it is part of the business. As we have seen, teams like the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are going on long playoff runs and have to deal with their free agents days before July 1st.