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Stanley Cup Final Veteran Re-Signs With Panthers

After playing in his fourth Stanley Cup Final this past season and winning his second championship, Brad Marchand has a new contract. The veteran has agreed to a six-year contract to stay with the Florida Panthers.

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Florida Does It: Marchand Signs 6-Year Extension with Panthers

As per NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, “Hearing Brad Marchand is closing in on a six-year extension in Florida…just under $32M is the total. The Panthers pulled it off.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 61 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in six minutes?

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Aaron Ekblad News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30

Aaron Ekblad Signing Extension with Florida Panthers

It sounds like Aaron Ekblad will stay with the Florida Panthers. “Being told Aaron Ekblad is staying in Florida,” NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported.

Aaron Ekblad News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30

Panthers expected to sign Aaron Ekblad to max-term extension

The Panthers and defenseman Aaron Ekblad have made significant progress on a long-term extension to keep him away from the free-agent market.

Did the Panthers get a discount with Sam Bennett’s contract?

The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments

The 'NHL Calder Memorial Trophy winners since 1980-81' quiz

Bill Zito News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Bill Zito Was Snubbed in GM of the Year Award Voting

The Florida Panthers are currently celebrating their second straight Stanley Cup after defeating the Edmonton Oilers again in the Stanley Cup Final. They’ve become the first team to accomplish this feat since the Tampa Bay Lightning did in 2020 and 2021.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30

Familiar Face Among Teams with Free Agency Interest in Brad Marchand

There will be several names drawing interest as free agency opens on Tuesday, but perhaps none more than Brad Marchand. While it seems imminent that Mitch Marner will go to Vegas, Marchand could land anywhere if he doesn’t re-sign with the Florida Panthers.

Sam Bennett News / Daily Faceoff / June 30

Did the Panthers get a discount with Sam Bennett’s contract?

The Florida Panthers locked up one of their most important players, but was it a steal of a deal? Last Friday, the Panthers locked up forward Sam Bennett for the next eight years, signing a contract that will carry an AAV through the 2032-33 season.

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Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Panthers GM Makes His ‘Preference’ in Brad Marchand-Aaron Ekblad Situation Clear

After signing Sam Bennett to a long-term deal, Florida Panthers general manager Bill Zito must turn his attention to fellow pending free agents Brad Marchand and Aaron Ekblad.

Florida Panthers News / Little Box Cats / June 30

Panthers inflection point: March 2, 2023

Unbelievable. The Florida Panthers are back-to-back Stanley Cup Champions. For long time fans of this franchise it’s almost too good to be true. These days feel like a fever dream that can’t possibly be real.

Aaron Ekblad News / Blade of Steel / June 29

New Development Emerges in Aaron Ekblad's Contract Talks With Florida Panthers

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman revealed today that Aaron Ekblad's contract negotiations with Bill Zito and the Florida Panthers are still underway, but the gap between the player and team is still quite large.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Sergei Bobrovsky’s Focus & Humility Have Made Him the Best Goalie in the World

Before the Florida Panthers were back-to-back Stanley Cup Champions, before general manager Bill Zito’s vision came together, before even captain Aleksander Barkov won his first of three Frank J.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 29

Grading Panthers’ 2025 NHL Draft class

The Florida Panthers are your two-time defending champions. This is an incredible feat, and one they look to build upon. This success comes with a price, however.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 28

Offseason checklist for the Florida Panthers

The offseason has arrived with the draft now complete and free agency fast approaching. Accordingly, it’s time to look at what each team needs to accomplish this summer.

Sam Bennett News / Field Level Media / June 28

Panthers F Sam Bennett signs 8-year, $64M extension

Conn Smythe Trophy winner Sam Bennett signed an eight-year, $64 million extension with the Florida Panthers on Friday night. Bennett, who turned 29 earlier this month, is now under contract through the 2032-33 season.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

How the Panthers Built Their 2024-25 Championship Roster

The Florida Panthers recently won their second consecutive Stanley Cup, and they are set up to be serious contenders for the next several seasons. This article will look at how their championship team was built.

Sam Bennett News / Yardbarker / June 28