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Panthers Sign Akira Schmid To Two-Year Deal

The last arbitration case of the offseason has been settled. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Florida Panthers have signed netminder Akira Schmid to a two-year, $4MM ($2MM AAV) contract.

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Florida Panthers Captain Aleksander Barkov speaks out against disrespect toward women

Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov talked about the treatment of women this week while speaking in Finland, his home. He was adamant that disrespectful behaviour toward women has no place anywhere, and that includes their locker room.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 22

Transaction Retrospective: Panthers Acquire Matthew Tkachuk

Four years ago, the NHL world was hit with a blockbuster trade between the Calgary Flames and Florida Panthers. The Flames dealt Matthew Tkachuk, freshly off signing an eight-year, $76MM extension, along with a 2025 fourth-round pick to the Flames for Jonathan Huberdeau, MacKenzie Weegar, a conditional 2025 first-round pick, and Cole Schwindt.

Mikulas Hovorka News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 22

Panthers Re-Sign Mikulas Hovorka

According to a team announcement, the Florida Panthers have signed defenseman Mikulas Hovorka to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 season. PuckPedia reported that Hovorka will earn an NHL salary of $850K and an AHL salary of $100K.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / July 22

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Florida Panthers’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Mikulas Hovorka News / Daily Faceoff / July 21

Panthers sign Mikulas Hovorka to one-year contract

A big presence on the blue line has inked another deal. On Tuesday, the Florida Panthers signed defenseman Mikulas Hovorka to a one-year, two-way contract.

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / July 18

Panthers suspend equipment manager following domestic violence arrest

The Florida Panthers suspended equipment manager Teddy Richards on Friday, following his arrest on misdemeanor charges of battery/domestic violence and unauthorized use of 911 services.

Krys Barch News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 18

2027 NHL Draft Prospect Kane Barch To Leave NTDP

Another pillar has fallen for the U.S. National Team Development Program’s 2009-born class. After losing their top player, Carter Meyer, the NTDP will also relinquish high-octane winger Kane Barch.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

Florida Panthers’ 2000s All-Decade Team

The Florida Panthers of the 2000s made zero playoff appearances over the decade, but that’s not without some key franchise icons and tremendous scoring seasons.

Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / July 17

The Florida Panthers To Start The 2026-2027 Season On The Road

On Wednesday, the NHL dropped the home openers, and there are some interesting things to note. After two straight seasons of raising a banner at home, this year the Panthers will be starting their season headed to other barns before their own home opener on October 10th.

Florida Panthers News / NHLFanCentral / July 17

Panthers’ unconventional schedule release draws praise from ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski

The Florida Panthers have come up with an unconventional way to release their schedule for the 2026-27 season. Following the unorthodox release, the team has received praise from veteran ESPN journalist Greg Wyshynski.

Matthew Tkachuk News / NHLFanCentral / July 16

Matthew Tkachuk Looks Back on His NHL Cover Star Moment: 'Absolutely Loved It'

Matthew Tkachuk revisited his turn as an NHL video game cover star during a recent episode of “Wingmen,” the podcast he co-hosts with his brother Brady.

Florida Panthers News / NHLFanCentral / July 16

Florida Panthers set for earliest West Coast start to season after schedule release

The Florida Panthers are set to make an early trip to the West Coast to open a new season, according to the NHL’s home opener schedule released this week. They will play against the San Jose Sharks on October 1 and serve as San Jose’s home opener just two days into the new season.

Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / July 14

3 Takeaways From Florida’s Free Agency Moves

Now that the dust has settled around free agency and Florida’s roster is more or less set for the season. There’s plenty for Panther fans to be excited about heading into the fall.

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Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Matthew Tkachuk Reacts to Sergei Bobrovsky's Maple Leafs Move

Matthew Tkachuk spent four seasons alongside Sergei Bobrovsky during the most successful stretch in Florida Panthers history. Bobrovsky signed with the Panthers as a free agent in 2019.

Sergei Bobrovsky News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Maple Leafs Banking on Panthers’ Bobrovsky Decision Backfiring

Sergei Bobrovsky‘s move from Florida to Toronto has already been one of the offseason’s biggest storylines, but a new detail from insider Elliotte Friedman suggests there’s more to the move than the Maple Leafs offering him a good deal.

Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Florida Panthers’ 1990s All-Decade Team

The Florida Panthers in the 1995–96 campaign had one key run all the way to the Stanley Cup Final. This marked the full progress the organization made from expansion upstart to contender in such a short window.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 9

Hurricanes owner facing harsh criticism for Stanley Cup decision

Being a billionaire affords you the opportunity to do a lot of things. They're just not always the right things.

Hurricanes Owner Roasted Over Who He Put on the Stanley Cup

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 7

Report: Tkachuk brothers' podcast 'caused some problems' in Senators dressing room

One of the biggest moves of the NHL offseason came before the draft in June when the Ottawa Senators traded captain and star winger Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers.

‘Alfie is forever an Ottawa Senators’: Michael Andlauer on Alfredsson’s departure to Leafs

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Donovan Sebrango News / Field Level Media / July 6

Panthers re-sign D Donovan Sebrango to 1-year deal

The Florida Panthers agreed to terms Monday with defenseman Donovan Sebrango on a one-year contract. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. "Donovan is a sturdy and mobile young defenseman who was able to make a positive impact on our blue line last season," president of hockey operations and general manager Bill Zito said.

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.

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 / Yardbarker / June 25

Panthers' latest trade could make them play like NHL's most hated team

While this trade is not going to really raise eyebrows from a talent perspective, it is going to get the attention of the rest of the league for what it is going to mean for the Panthers' style of play.

Zach Werenski's murky future with Blue Jackets the latest sign of changing NHL

With Alex Tuch off the market, who will be the best player to reach NHL free agency?

The '2025 Stanley Cup Playoff points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 21

Are Florida Panthers loading up for blockbuster offseason move?

The Panthers could be positioning themselves for a massive blockbuster move in the coming days.

Why a Maple Leafs and Sabres blockbuster trade theory has legs

Maple Leafs' move for Darren Raddysh is first big risk of NHL offseason

Maple Leafs GM addresses Matthew Knies trade speculation

Sabres have key to unlock Maple Leafs, Knies blockbuster trade

Hurricanes re-sign Nicolas Deslauriers mid-championship parade celebration

Sergei Bobrovsky News / NHL Trade Talk / June 21

Better Trade Option Available: No Wonder the Panthers Good With Bobrovsky Walking Away

The Florida Panthers have been known to give lucrative deals to big names as their careers wind down. Look no further than Brad Marchand, who signed a 35+ six-year extension that will take him well into his 40s.