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NHL Journalist Hints at Florida Panthers’ Potential Plan to Replace Injured Aleksander Barkov

The Florida Panthers dived into the new season with the goal of snagging their third straight Stanley Cup, but they’re up against some unique challenges right from the start.

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Gameday 2: Florida Panthers vs Philadelphia Flyers

The Florida Panthers (1-0) will play the middle tilt of a three-game homestand when they face the Philadelphia Flyers tonight at Amerant Bank Arena in season-opener for the visitors.

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.

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Sergei Bobrovsky News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Panthers’ Sergei Bobrovsky closer to NHL record after beating Blackhawks

Sergei Bobrovsky is already well on his way to becoming an NHL Hall of Famer, regardless of any more NHL records he sets with the Florida Panthers. The Russian netminder has already led his team to back-to-back Stanley Cups and has won two Vezina Trophies.

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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.

Brad Marchand News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Grateful Brad Marchand Cries Out Over Stanley Cup Ring Problems

The journey of Brad Marchand to the Florida Panthers is a narrative that seems straight out of a Hollywood script, a stunning turnaround from longtime franchise icon for the Boston Bruins to a key component of the Panthers’ championship machine.

Florida Panthers News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Florida Panthers Continue NHL Dominance With Opening Night Scores

You can really feel the excitement in Sunrise as the Florida Panthers kick off their journey to try and make history by winning the Stanley Cup three times in a row, something that hasn’t been done in over forty years.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 7

Panthers continue where they left off, nab late winner past Blackhawks

Jesper Boqvist batted in the go-ahead goal with 10:20 left in the third period as the host Florida Panthers defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 on Tuesday night in the season opener for both teams.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

Panthers Dominance Shines in 3-2 Win Over Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks and the Florida Panthers squared off in the regular season opener in Sunrise, Florida, which aired on national television, no less (ESPN).

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.

Panthers continue where they left off, nab late winner past Blackhawks

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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.

Noah Gregor News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 7

Panthers sign Noah Gregor to two-way deal

The Panthers announced Tuesday that they’ve agreed to terms with forward Noah Gregor on a two-way contract. He had been in training camp on a professional tryout agreement.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov, Matthew Tkachuk injuries give Florida ‘clear focus’ in regular season

The Florida Panthers are ready to defend their championship and go for the three-peat, but they will be without two of their key players to start the season.

Brad Marchand News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Why playing for Panthers is ‘rejuvenating’ for Brad Marchand

Brad Marchand will always be associated with the Boston Bruins. But while he’s regarded as one of the best ever to put on a Bruins uniform, Marchand is also having quite a career revival with the Florida Panthers, with whom he was able to raise the Lord Stanley Cup for the second time in his career.

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NHL News / Total Apex Sports / October 5

Nikko Mikkola’s Bizarre Goal Reversal Turned Panthers Lightning Game

Saturday night’s preseason clash between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning delivered a chaotic moment that centered around defenseman Nikko Mikkola and an unprecedented goal reversal that left fans scratching their heads.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 5

NHL Discipline and Disallowed Goal: Fallout from Panthers–Lightning Preseason Chaos

The “Battle of Florida” lived up to its name this weekend — and then some. The Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning combined for a staggering 312 penalty minutes in Saturday’s preseason tilt, an eruption that saw 16 players ejected and benches nearly emptied.

Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / October 6

3 Questions About The Florida Panthers Heading Into The Season

Florida’s preseason has been anything but quiet this year. Between injuries, complete chaos against the Lightning, and some solid performances from prospects, the Cats have a lot of questions surrounding them as the season gets underway next week.

Aaron Ekblad News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 5

Did Panthers' Aaron Ekblad suffer an injury against Lightning?

Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad left last night’s chaotic preseason contest against the Tampa Bay Lightning early, after just 41 seconds of ice time.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Panthers have goal taken away because an illegal player was involved

You don’t see this often. As explained by Tampa Bay Lightning broadcaster Dave Randorf, the Florida Panthers‘ eighth goal against the Lightning on Saturday night was taken back because the Panthers had a player who was previously ejected on the ice when the goal occurred.

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.

Brad Marchand News / Daily Faceoff / October 4

Can Brad Marchand keep his form in first full season with Panthers?

With so many questions surrounding the Florida Panthers heading into the 2025-26 season, many wonder if the team has enough juice to make another deep run with so many key players out due to injury.

Anton Lundell News / Daily Faceoff / October 3

Panthers’ Anton Lundell out day-to-day with upper-body injury

Another injury woe for the defending Stanley Cup champions. When speaking to the media on Friday, Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice revealed that forward Anton Lundell is out day-to-day with an upper-body injury.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

ESPN analyst Ben McDonald angered a lot of people with his on-air comment

ESPN analyst Ben McDonald came under fire for a remark he made during the network’s broadcast of the San Diego Padres-Chicago Cubs game on Wednesday. McDonald was in the booth alongside play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown for Game 2 of the NL Wild Card series between the Padres and Cubs at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 2

Panthers Make Crucial Move on Blue Line as They Chase Another Title

The Florida Panthers announced Thursday that defenseman Niko Mikkola has signed an eight-year, $40 million contract extension, carrying a $5 million annual average value.