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Panthers Concerned About Tkachuk Return, May Have to ‘Make a Call’

Panthers Concerned About Tkachuk Return, May Have to ‘Make a Call’

Following a 4-1 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Elliotte Friedman got into a discussion about the Florida Panthers on Friday’s 32 Thoughts Podcast, and

Niko Mikkola News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5
Panthers’ defenseman Niko Mikkola makes stunning confidence admission after Predators loss

Panthers’ defenseman Niko Mikkola makes stunning confidence admission after Predators loss

It takes a special kind of slump for the Florida Panthers to lose confidence. The back-to-back Stanley Cup Champions are struggling this season due to injuries to key players Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 3
Capitals’ Justin Sourdif, John Carlson miss game vs. Sharks with injury

Capitals’ Justin Sourdif, John Carlson miss game vs. Sharks with injury

The Washington Capitals declared forward Justin Sourdif and defenseman John Carlson as out just minutes before Wednesday night’s game against the San Jose Sharks.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 3
Standings bottom-dwellers Panthers, Predators hope to find momentum

Standings bottom-dwellers Panthers, Predators hope to find momentum

Something is wrong with this picture. The Florida Panthers - the two-time reigning Stanley Cup champions - are in last place among 16 teams in the Eastern Conference with 25 points.

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Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / December 3
Panthers Plunge Into Unfamiliar Territory

Panthers Plunge Into Unfamiliar Territory

After winning two consecutive Stanley Cups, the Florida Panthers have fallen to the bottom of the barrel in the Eastern Conference following yet another debilitating loss — this one to the also-disappointing Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / December 2
Even with playoff spot at risk, pressure is low for Panthers

Even with playoff spot at risk, pressure is low for Panthers

Back-to-back Stanley Cup championships will buy any team a good measure of grace. So for the Florida Panthers, who are currently tied for last place in the Eastern Conference, alarm bells haven’t begun to ring just yet.

Brad Marchand News / Athlon Sports / December 1
Panthers' Brad Marchand Sends Unexpected Maple Leafs Message

Panthers' Brad Marchand Sends Unexpected Maple Leafs Message

With the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs set to reignite their rivalry on Tuesday in their first matchup since last year’s playoff series, Brad Marchand has delivered a rather unexpected message.

Jack Studnicka News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 1
Panthers recall forward Jack Studnicka from AHL

Panthers recall forward Jack Studnicka from AHL

The center gives them an extra forward for the time being; they’ve been operating with an open roster spot for a while.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / November 29
Dear Santa: Florida Panthers’ 2025 Wish List

Dear Santa: Florida Panthers’ 2025 Wish List

The Florida Panthers are approaching the holiday season in their 2025-26 campaign. With a record of 12-11-1 and 25 points, they sit four points behind both wild card spots in the Eastern Conference, controlled by the Philadelphia Flyers and the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / November 29
Panthers in Free Fall During Injury Bug

Panthers in Free Fall During Injury Bug

The month of November is winding down as the Thanksgiving holiday has come and gone, and for the Florida Panthers that might be a good thing. The defending back-to-back Stanley Cup Champions have lost 3 of their last 4 games and have slipped all the way to sixth place in the Atlantic Division.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 28
Which NHL teams should do some Black Friday shopping?

Which NHL teams should do some Black Friday shopping?

As we hit the American Thanksgiving checkpoint, it’s time to look at what teams might start being movers and shakers this holiday season to bolster their rosters.

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Matthew Tkachuk News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 27
Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuk takes huge next step toward injury return

Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuk takes huge next step toward injury return

Matthew Tkachuk has been battling an injury since the Florida Panthers’ first Stanley Cup, but he is nearing a return after two surgeries in the offseason.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 27
Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk Shares Injury Update Before Thanksgiving

Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk Shares Injury Update Before Thanksgiving

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk is back on the ice, but fans waiting for his season debut will need to stay patient a little longer. Speaking

Paul Maurice News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 27
Paul Maurice calls out ‘slow’ Panthers team after Flyers loss

Paul Maurice calls out ‘slow’ Panthers team after Flyers loss

The Florida Panthers’ roller-coaster start to the season hit another drop Wednesday night, as they were handed a 4-2 home loss by the Philadelphia Flyers at Amerant Bank Arena.

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Matthew Tkachuk News / ESPN / November 26

Panthers' Tkachuk skating but return date TBD

Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk is skating again following offseason surgery, but a timetable for his return to game action remains unclear.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / November 25
Will it get late early for the Florida Panthers?

Will it get late early for the Florida Panthers?

Any team attempting to win a third Stanley Cup in as many years would be facing an uphill battle between the amount of fatigue from two long playoff runs setting in as well as a desperation gap between that team and everyone else in the league.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 24
Panthers explode again; net 8 in hammering of Predators

Panthers explode again; net 8 in hammering of Predators

A.J. Greer scored twice and added an assist in the Florida Panthers' 8-3 convincing win over the host Nashville Predators on Monday night. Sam Reinhart

Sam Reinhart News / The Hockey Writers / November 24
Panthers’ Sam Reinhart Is Beginning to Heat Up

Panthers’ Sam Reinhart Is Beginning to Heat Up

The Florida Panthers are nearing the end of the month of November in the 2025-26 regular season. As defending Stanley Cup champions, they look to win three straight Stanley Cups.

Sergei Bobrovsky News / Yardbarker / November 20
Sergei Bobrovsky shuts out Devils to move up all-time list 

Panthers goalie Sergei Bobrovsky shuts out Devils to move up all-time list 

Picking up his 10th win of the season, Bobrovsky stood on his proverbial head all night long as the Panthers skated by the New Jersey Devils, 1-0. 

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Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / November 20
Panthers Goalie Could Get Similar Deal to Brad Marchand

Panthers Goalie Could Get Similar Deal to Brad Marchand

Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky is nearing the end of his contract with the Florida Panthers, and the potential for an extension is in the air. At 37, Bobrovsky is more likely for a sizable, multi-year extension than one might think, and he is likely to get one in 2026 if he can keep up his own consistent performance.

Florida Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 19
Panthers' Eetu Luostarinen suffers injury in 'barbecue accident'

Florida Panthers center Eetu Luostarinen suffers freak injury in 'barbecue accident'

The Panthers divulged Luostarinen’s barbecue-related mishap on Wednesday. 

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Jack Devine News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 18
Panthers recall top prospect Jack Devine from AHL

Panthers recall top prospect Jack Devine from AHL

Devine currently leads the Charlotte Checkers in scoring with 12 points in 13 games.

Matthew Tkachuk News / Athlon Sports / November 14
Panthers Coach Shares Matthew Tkachuk's Development on Thursday

Panthers Coach Shares Matthew Tkachuk's Development on Thursday

The Florida Panthers are continuing to wait on several injured key players, but one of them appears closer to hitting a key milestone. Alternate captain Matthew Tkachuk has not played this season as he recovers from surgery to repair a torn adductor muscle and sports hernia.

Brad Marchand News / Yardbarker / November 13
Panthers' Brad Marchand reaches huge career milestone

Panthers' Brad Marchand reaches huge career milestone

NHL fans might not like Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand when he is playing against their favorite team, but he has definitely earned his place as one of the best players of his era.

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Brad Marchand News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2
Brad Marchand Reportedly Refused Trade to Different Team Before Joining Panthers

Brad Marchand Reportedly Refused Trade to Different Team Before Joining Panthers

** Author’s Note: We’re working to get verification and footage of the comments from Marchand. This report comes from multiple social accounts that claim they heard the remarks firsthand.

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