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Matthew Tkachuk Recruiting Auston Matthews to the Florida Panthers?

Radko Gudas’ knee-on-knee hit on Auston Matthews has been the biggest storyline around the hockey world over the last week. From the hit itself to the lack of response from the Toronto Maple Leafs and the eventual suspension length, there has been no shortage of discourse and opinions on the matter.

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Panthers getting huge Seth Jones boost after 26-game absence

The Florida Panthers are facing a long road to make the playoffs as two-time defending Stanley Cup Champions. They are getting a big-time lift on Tuesday night against the Vancouver Canucks that could help him down the stretch.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 17

Panthers’ Seth Jones, Sam Bennett to return to lineup against Canucks

A couple of key players are set to return to the ice. When speaking to the media, Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice revealed that both forward Sam Bennett and defenseman Seth Jones will be back in the lineup on Tuesday night when the Panthers visit the Vancouver Canucks.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

NHL Predictions: March 17th, Florida Panthers at Vancouver Canucks

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

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Nolan Foote News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 15

Florida Panthers To Recall Nolan Foote

The Florida Panthers have recalled forward Nolan Foote from their AHL affiliate, the Charlotte Checkers, per Five Reasons Sports’ Alex Baumgartner. The move has not yet been officially confirmed by the team.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Sam Reinhart News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 14

Sam Reinhart To Miss At Least Four Games With Injury

Florida Panthers star forward Sam Reinhart will miss at least the team’s next four games as he manages an undisclosed injury, per team reporter Jameson Olive.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

Panthers Should Target Keaton Verhoeff in the 2026 NHL Draft

The Florida Panthers are trying desperately to stay alive in the playoff race within the Eastern Conference. With a record of 33-29-3 and 69 points, they sit nine points behind the Boston Bruins for the final wildcard spot within the conference.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / March 14

Panthers provide injury updates for five players

Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice provided injury updates for several players on Saturday. Maurice announced that Reinhart will not be joining the Panthers on their upcoming road trip through the west coast.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 14

If Panthers Start to Slide, a Bruins Draft Pick is Suddenly at Risk

When the Boston Bruins traded captain Brad Marchand to the Florida Panthers at the 2025 trade deadline, the return seemed somewhat underwhelming. With options to limit the places he was willing to go, Boston was only able to pick up a conditional 2027 second-round pick.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 13

3 Takeaways From The Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Game

It was expected that the Panthers would be tanking at this point in the season to ensure that they get their first-round pick back. Apparently, no one told the team that, as they’ve now won three straight games against Eastern Conference Teams, granted, Columbus did get an overtime point out of this one.

Florida Panthers News / The Spun / March 13

U.S. Hockey Star Matthew Tkachuk Responds To Criticism For White House Visit

The Team USA men's hockey team caused a stir with their decision to accept an invitation from President Trump to join him at the White House and the State of the Union address.

Sam Reinhart News / Field Level Media / March 12

Sam Reinhart's OT tally pushes Panthers past Blue Jackets

Sam Reinhart's power-play goal 2:20 into overtime gave the Florida Panthers a 2-1 come-from-behind win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night in Sunrise, Fla.

Matthew Tkachuk News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Matthew Tkachuk Announces Major Personal News Weeks After Olympic Triumph

Florida Panthers and Team USA star Matthew Tkachuk has announced some outstanding news. As revealed on the "Hang Out with Sean Hannity" podcast, Tkachuk and his wife, Ellie, are expecting their first child.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / March 12

Panthers’ Brett Peterson to serve as GM for 2026 U.S. men’s World Championship team

Florida Panthers assistant general manager Brett Peterson has been named GM of USA Hockey’s effort for the 2026 IIHF World Championship. Peterson previously served as GM in 2024 in Czechia, where the team finished fifth.

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Sergei Bobrovsky News / NHL Trade Talk / March 12

Bobrovsky Wants Deal Panthers Unwilling to Give, Was Not Trading Him a Mistake?

The Florida Panthers made one of the more interesting decisions at the NHL trade deadline when they chose not to move veteran goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 12

Panthers Recall Mike Benning

The Panthers announced today that they’ve recalled defenseman Mike Benning from AHL Charlotte. They have ample cap space to make the recall and, with only

Carter Verhaeghe News / Field Level Media / March 10

Carter Verhaeghe carries Panthers to comeback win over Wings

Carter Verhaeghe scored the tying and go-ahead goals 1:15 apart in the waning moments of regulation as the Florida Panthers rallied for a 4-3 home victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night in Sunrise, Fla.

Aleksander Barkov News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Panthers' Aleksander Barkov Injury Update Emerges on Tuesday

The Florida Panthers have spent the entire 2025-26 season without captain Aleksander Barkov after he tore both his ACL and MCL in his right knee on the first day of training camp.

Brad Marchand News / Breakaway on SI / March 10

Panthers Playoff Hopes Likely Over with Brad Marchand Injury

Brad Marchand’s turbulent season with the Florida Panthers might be nearing its final conclusion. Marchand, whose lingering lower-body ailment has hampered him throughout the last couple of months, might need surgery to completely fix the problem, according to Panthers head coach Paul Maurice.

Brad Marchand News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 9

Brad Marchand Weighing Surgery Among Panthers Injury Updates

The second half of the season is becoming clearer for the Florida Panthers, who saw multiple players progress and regress from extended injuries. Defenseman

Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / March 8

Florida Panthers Trade Deadline Moves

The Cats were expected to be sellers at the deadline; instead, GM Bill Zito opted to make other moves he thinks will improve the roster. There was a lot of noise around A.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / March 7

Panthers Should Focus on Resting for Next Season

The Florida Panthers are slowly dropping in the standings with every week passing. With a record of 31-28-3 and 65 points, they are currently eight points behind the Boston Bruins for the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Rumors / March 5

NHL Rumors: Where Could Sergei Bobrovsky End Up if the Panthers Trade Him?

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: The Florida Panthers have played a lot of hockey the past 3 years, and it looks like it’s caught up to them. Sources say they are in sell mode leading up to Friday.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Rumors / March 5

NHL Rumors: Florida Panthers Listening on Sergei Bobrovsky But Will He Be Traded?

It is a lost season for the Florida Panthers, who were looking to three-peat and create NHL history. However, injuries to Aleksander Barkov, Dmitry Kulikov (now back in the lineup), Tomas Nosek (back in the lineup), Seth Jones, and others have really derailed their season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 1

Islanders' Matthew Schaefer on verge of rookie record

Islanders' Matthew Schaefer reaches milestone, on verge of rookie record

With 21 games left in the regular season after Sunday, New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer is putting together a season that may go down as the greatest ever for a first-year player on the blue line.

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