Florida Panthers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Leafs’ McKenna expects to give number up to Bobrovsky

One of the most important debates in Toronto has been settled…Sergei Bobrovsky will get to keep his number, if he wants. When speaking to the media at development camp on Thursday, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Gavin McKenna was asked whether he would wear No.

Florida Panthers News / Professor Press Box / July 2

The Bobrovsky Bet Is Really a Bet on Everything Around Him

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Sergei Bobrovsky News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Panthers Should Retire Sergei Bobrovsky’s Number

The next NHL season is mere months away, and the Florida Panthers look to win their third Stanley Cup over the course of the last four seasons. The team begins their free agency period with a series of moves.

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Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / July 2

Florida Panthers Free Agency 2026 Recap

Bill Zito has been busy prior to free agency opening. In doing so, most of the work is already done, with just depth pieces left to fill out the roster.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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Wilmer Skoog News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Red Wings sign Wilmer Skoog to one-year deal

A prospect is getting a new start in Hockeytown. On the opening day of NHL free agency, the Detroit Red Wings announced that the team has signed forward Wilmer Skoog to a one-year, two-way contract.

Cole Schwindt News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Schwindt, Petrovic among large group signed by Panthers

The Florida Panthers were hard at work signing some depth on the opening day of free agency. On Wednesday, the Florida Panthers signed defenseman Alex Petrovic and forward Cole Schwindt to two-year contracts.

Alexander Petrovic News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Panthers Sign Alex Petrovic To Two-Year Deal

According to a team announcement, the Florida Panthers have signed depth defenseman Alexander Petrovic to a two-year deal. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Eetu Luostarinen News / Field Level Media / July 1

Panthers sign F Eetu Luostarinen to 8-year deal

Forward Eetu Luostarinen signed an eight-year contract extension to remain with the Florida Panthers on Wednesday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team, however TSN reported the deal was worth $40 million.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Panthers re-sign Sandis Vilmanis to two-year extension

The Florida Panthers announced Wednesday they signed forward Sandis Vilmanis to a two-year extension that will keep him under contract through the 2028-29 season.

Sergei Bobrovsky News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Sergei Bobrovsky signs three-year contract with Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky to a three-year contract with an annual average value of $7 million. The 37-year-old was the third-ranked player on Matt Larkin’s UFA board.

Mackie Samoskevich News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Kraken Sign Mackie Samoskevich to a 3-Year Contract

The Seattle Kraken have signed Mackie Samoskevich to a three-year contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $3.85 million. Samoskevich was drafted 24th overall by the Florida Panthers in the 2021 NHL Draft but didn’t make his debut until the 2023-24 season, when he played in seven games.

Mackie Samoskevich News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Kraken sign Mackie Samoskevich to three-year extension

The Seattle Kraken are making sure one of their recent acquisitions will be sticking around. On Wednesday, the team announced that they have signed forward Mackie Samoskevich to a three-year contract extension.

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Mackie Samoskevich News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Kraken Sign Mackie Samoskevich To Three-Year Deal

The Seattle Kraken announced that they have signed restricted free agent forward Mackie Samoskevich to a three-year deal. Per Elliotte Friedman, the deal carries a $3.85MM AAV ($11.55MM Total Value) and which will have Samoskevich under RFA status following the 2028-29 season.

Radko Gudas News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Panthers Bring Back Radko Gudas on Six-Year Deal

The Florida Panthers have officially reunited with one of the franchise’s most beloved defensemen, signing veteran blueliner Radko Gudas to a six-year contract carrying a $1.5 million annual cap hit.

Eetu Luostarinen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Panthers, Eetu Luostarinen Finalizing Eight-Year Extension

July 1st: According to the team over at PuckPedia, the extension between the Panthers and Luostarinen is expected to be an eight-year, $40MM ($5MM AAV) agreement.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 30

Panthers closing in on extension with 2-time Stanley Cup Champion winger

The Florida Panthers have made some significant changes after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. Their big move was to trade for Brady Tkachuk, but they are on the doorstep of another solid move.

Eetu Luostarinen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30

Panthers Nearing Extension With Eetu Luostarinen

According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the Florida Panthers are nearing an extension with forward Eetu Luostarinen, which could be signed as early as tomorrow.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Grading the Panthers’ Trade for Devils’ Jacob Markström

The Florida Panthers have found their successor to Sergei Bobrovsky. Earlier today, they linked up with the New Jersey Devils to acquire Jacob Markström in exchange for forward Evan Rodrigues, among other pieces.

Jacob Markstrom News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30

Florida Panthers Reportedly Closing In on Jacob Markstrom Trade

The Florida Panthers may be on the verge of making one of the biggest moves of the offseason. According to a report from Spittin’ Chiclets’ “Rumor Boyz,” Florida are believed to be closing in on a trade that would bring veteran goaltender Jacob Markstrom back to the organization where his NHL career began.

NHL News / Field Level Media / June 29