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Panthers GM Gives Brutal Updates on Multiple Players

The Florida Panthers are once again entering a new season as defending Stanley Cup champions but will do so shorthanded this time around. Injuries piled up for multiple key Panthers players as they fought their way to their second straight Cup victory, and some time is still needed for recovery.

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Panthers' Tkachuk expected to be out until Dec.

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk is expected to be sidelined until December while he recovers from offseason surgery to deal with a sports hernia and torn adductor muscle, general manager Bill Zito said Wednesday.

Bill Zito News / Little Box Cats / September 16

Panthers announce 72-man training camp roster

Florida Panthers General Manager Bill Zito announced the 72-man roster for the Panthers 2025-26 Training Camp. Florida’s roster will consist of 42 forwards, 23 defensemen and seven goalies.

Florida Panthers News / Little Box Cats / September 16

Panthers prospects post 6-1 rout over Predators

The Florida Panthers concluded the 2025 NHL Prospect Tournament in Wesley Chapel, FL with an empathic 6-1 romp over the Nashville Predators at AdventHealth Center Ice.

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

NHL News / Little Box Cats / September 15

Panthers close prospect tournament against Predators

The Florida Panthers (1-1) will do battle with the Nashville Predators (2-0) in the first game of the day at the 2025 NHL Prospect Tournament, presented by Florida Blue.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

NHL News / Little Box Cats / September 14

Panthers prospects fall 3-2 to Lightning

The Florida Panthers surrendered three second goals in a 3-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the second game for both teams of the 2025 NHL Prospect Tournament in Wesley Chapel, FL.

Matthew Tkachuk News / The Hockey Writers / September 13

Panthers That Will Step Up in Tkachuk’s Absence

The Florida Panthers will start their season on Oct. 7 as defending Stanley Cup Champions for the second season in a row. They look to replicate the early 1980s New York Islanders and win their third straight championship.

NHL News / Little Box Cats / September 12

Panthers open prospect tournament against Hurricanes

The Florida Panthers will take on the Carolina Hurricanes this afternoon in the opening game of the 2025 NHL Prospect Tournament, presented by Florida Blue, at AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

Patrick Bajkov News / Inside The Rink / September 11

ECHL: Veteran Forward Patrick Bajkov Signs with Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Icemen have added a proven playmaker to their 2025–26 roster, signing veteran forward Patrick Bajkov. At 27 years old, Bajkov brings a mix of scoring touch, versatility, and experience across multiple leagues in North America and Europe.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / September 11

Panthers Winger Ready for Another Stanley Cup Defense

The Florida Panthers enter the 2025-2026 season as two-time defending Stanley Cup champions. The mighty Panthers sit atop the NHL mountain, and after retaining all three of their marquee free agents earlier in the offseason, there’s reason to believe this team could win a third consecutive championship.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / September 11

Matthew Tkachuk: Missing Season Start, Pushing for NHL and Olympic Return

Matthew Tkachuk has built his career on grit, determination, and the ability to shine when the stakes are highest. Now, the Florida Panthers star faces one of his toughest challenges yet: recovering from offseason surgery in time to return to the NHL and help lead Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10

Panthers to sign Tyler Motte, Ben Harpur to PTOs

The Panthers are in agreement with forward Tyler Motte and defenseman Ben Harpur on professional tryouts, according to Frank Seravalli of Bleacher Report.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / September 9

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov becomes part-owner of Major League Pickleball team

Aleksander Barkov has seen as much success as anyone in the last few seasons, captaining the Florida Panthers to back-to-back Stanley Cup championships and three straight Final appearances.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Bold Florida Panthers predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season

The Florida Panthers once again reached the mountaintop as Stanley Cup champions, claiming a second straight victory over the Edmonton Oilers. It was the first Stanley Cup Final rematch since 2008 and 2009, but unlike those series, where the Detroit Red Wings and Pittsburgh Penguins each won once, Florida completed a clean sweep over the Oilers.

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The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

Florida Panthers News / House of Hockey / September 9

Florida Panthers Announce New Tough-Guy Signing as They Look to Win Their Third Straight Stanley Cup

The Panthers have had a fantastic off-season, and ahead of their chase for their third straight Stanley Cup, they've added another intriguing veteran.

Noah Gregor News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9

Panthers to sign Noah Gregor to PTO

Free agent left-winger Noah Gregor will attend Panthers camp on a professional tryout, according to his dad, Jason Gregor of Edmonton’s Sports 1440. The

Brad Marchand News / House of Hockey / September 8

Brad Marchand Predicted to End Career With One Specific Pacific Team, Not Panthers, per NHL Analyst

Brad Marchand signed a long-term deal in Florida this summer, but now there has been speculation that he may end his career with the Anaheim Ducks. This past season was a whirlwind for Brad Marchand, as he joined the Florida Panthers via trade before helping them go on an impressive Stanley Cup run, winning their second straight.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

Panthers See Drastic Changes in Ownership Group

The Florida Panthers enter this upcoming season the same way they entered the last season, as defending Stanley Cup Champions. After winning back-to-back titles, they look to replicate the early 1980s New York Islanders and win three straight Stanley Cups.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / September 5

2025-26 NHL team preview: Florida Panthers

The Panthers won their first Stanley Cup in franchise history in 2023-24, and retaining their entire championship roster was next to impossible. They watched

Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 1

3 Intriguing Teams That Could Upset the Florida Panthers' 3-Peat Bid

The 2025-26 Florida Panthers will have an opportunity to become members of the NHL’s most exclusive club. Should the Cats claim a third successive Stanley Cup crown, they will join the Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens and New York Islanders as the only organizations to accomplish this elusive feat.

Evan Rodrigues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 1

Who will be odd man out among Panthers' depth forwards?

It’s long been expected that the Panthers will be without star winger Matthew Tkachuk to start the season as a result of the adductor injury he played through in last year’s postseason en route to his second straight Stanley Cup.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 31

Way-too-early Florida Panthers trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Florida Panthers defended their Stanley Cup title this summer. And now, they get to go and try to do it all again. Florida is looking to achieve a feat not seen since the 1980s.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 29

Penn State may have opened door to hosting NHL Winter Classic

Penn State may have opened door to hosting future NHL Winter Classic

The Winter Classic is still the NHL's signature regular-season event, and one of the most anticipated venues to host one has been Penn State's Beaver Stadium for a Keystone State Game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers.

Wild could reach record-breaking deal on Kirill Kaprizov extension

Blue Jackets' extension talks with young star will have impact on salary

Shane Pinto extension not expected before start of season

Oilers’ Connor McDavid earns top player rating in 'EA Sports NHL 26'

Mitch Marner needed full-time security at home after Game 7 loss

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / August 28

Matthew Tkachuk’s Surgery Changes Landscape for Panthers’ Roster

The Florida Panthers are about to enter the 2025-26 season hungrier than ever. After winning back-to-back Stanley Cups, they look to be the first team since the New York Islanders in 1981, 1982, and 1983 to win three straight championships.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / August 22

Panthers Culture Led to Defenseman’s Offseason Decision

Originally drafted first overall in the 2014 NHL Draft by the Florida Panthers, Aaron Ekblad has blossomed into the team's top defenseman and a massive piece of their consecutive Stanley Cup championships, something that has reinforced his love for the team and city.