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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 15

Wings keep rolling, stymie Panthers for 3rd straight win

Mason Appleton scored a pair of goals and the host Detroit Red Wings won their third straight by downing the Florida Panthers 4-1 on Wednesday. Patrick Kane and Michael Rasmussen had the other Red Wings goals, while Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat added two assists apiece.

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Dmitry Kulikov News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Panthers’ Dmitry Kulikov out five months with labral tear

The injuries continue to pile up for the Florida Panthers, as head coach Paul Maurice announced on Wednesday that defenseman Dmitry Kulikov will miss the next five months after a surgery to repair a labral tear.

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NHL News / Little Box Cats / October 15

Gameday 5: Florida Panthers at Detroit Red Wings

The Florida Panthers (3-1) will look to bounce back from their first loss of the season when they visit the Detroit Red Wings (2-1) tonight in Motown in a game that gets the national treatment on TNT.

Uvis Balinskis News / The Hockey Writers / October 13

Panthers’ Uvis Balinskis Has One Last Chance to Make an Impression

The Florida Panthers are off to a fantastic start to their championship defense season. They are currently 3-0-0 heading into their first road trip, beginning on Monday against the Philadelphia Flyers.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / October 13

Gritty Panthers Fourth Liner Earns Extension

The Florida Panthers recently finished up a 3-0 opening season stretch that saw them defeat the Chicago Blackhawks, the Philadelphia Flyers, and the Ottawa Senators.

Jonah Gadjovich News / Field Level Media / October 12

Panthers F Jonah Gadjovich signs 2-year extension through 2027-28

Florida Panthers forward Jonah Gadjovich on Sunday signed a two-year contract extension through the 2027-28 season. Financial terms were not disclosed, but the deal -- announced on Gadjovich's 27th birthday -- is for $1.8 million according to multiple media reports.

Tobias Bjornfot News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 12

Panthers recall defenseman Tobias Bjornfot

With Dmitry Kulikov being placed on injured reserve back on Friday, the Florida Panthers had an open roster spot at their disposal. They’ve now filled that spot as they’ve recalled defenseman Tobias Bjornfot from AHL Charlotte, per the AHL’s transactions log.

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Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Elliotte Friedman Reveals Panthers’ Current Plans for Injured Aleksander Barkov

The Florida Panthers have made a decision on injured captain Aleksander Barkov and his short-term future. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, the franchise is opting for patience rather than cap flexibility as they navigate life without captain Aleksander Barkov.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / October 12

Panthers sign Jonah Gadjovich to two-year contract extension

The Florida Panthers announced on Sunday that they have signed forward Jonah Gadjovich to a two-year contract extension that will commence in the 2026-27 campaign.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / October 12

3 Takeaways From the Florida Panthers vs. Ottawa Senators Game | 10/11/25

Despite being down two of their best players, plus their fourth-line center, and now Kulikov, the Florida Panthers still look every bit as great and dangerous as they did in the postseason.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / October 12

Panthers Open Season Red Hot Despite Injuries

The Florida Panthers dispatched the Ottawa Senators 6-2, pushing the back-to-back Stanley Cup champions to a perfect 3-0 to behind their campaign. The Panthers have outscored their first three opponents by a score of 11-5, downright dominating their competition along the way.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 11

Banged-up Panthers score 6 goals in rout of Senators

Aaron Ekblad, Anton Lundell and Mackie Samoskevich scored power-play goals as the Florida Panthers defeated the Ottawa Senators 6-2 on Saturday night in Sunrise, Fla.

Dmitry Kulikov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 11

Panthers suffer another injury blow, place defenseman on IR

The Panthers have placed defenseman Dmitry Kulikov on injured reserve due to an apparent right wrist injury, via Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald. The team hasn’t made any comment on his status, so his return is unknown.

Paul Maurice News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Florida Coach Paul Maurice Shares Crucial Update to Panthers Roster Amid Injuries

The Florida Panthers’ quest for a third consecutive Stanley Cup is facing an early and significant challenge, as the team begins the 2025-26 season without two of its most vital players.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / October 8

Panthers Unveil 2025 Stanley Cup Championship Ring

Just days before the start of the 2025-26 NHL regular-season saw the reigning Stanley Cup Champions of the Florida Panthers reveal their rings. Back in June, the Panthers earned their latest rings by repeating as Stanley Cup Champions after beating the Edmonton Oilers 5-1 in Game 6 of the final.

Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / October 8

3 Takeaways From Florida’s Home Opener 10/07/2025

There were lots of emotions to start the season for the Panthers as they started the season once again with a banner-raising ceremony. Also, just like last year, Florida walked away with a win on banner night as they defeated the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 7

Blackhawks are likely headed for another lost season

At first glance, and if you were only looking at the final score, it might be easy to look at the Chicago Blackhawks' 3-2 loss to the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night as a somewhat promising start to their 2025-26 season.

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Anton Lundell News / NHL Rumors / October 7

Anton Lundell Will Be a Major Factor for the Florida Panthers This Season

The 2025-26 NHL Season is here as the Florida Panthers raise their 2025 Stanley Cup Championship banner to the rafters against the Chicago Blackhawks. Missing from the lineup will be Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov, putting the spotlight on Anton Lundell.

Aaron Ekblad News / NHL Trade Talk / October 4

Ekblad Knocked Out of Heated Game Between Panthers and Lightning

The Battle of Florida rivalry wasted no time in reigniting. Tempers flared Friday night when Tampa Bay Lightning forward Scott Sabourin delivered a massive hit on Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad — then followed it up with a crosscheck to the face and a flurry of punches that took Ekblad out of the game.

Florida Panthers News / Total Apex Sports / October 3