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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.

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Panthers sign forward Noah Gregor to PTO

According to Sports 1440’s Jason Gregor, the Florida Panthers have signed 27-year-old forward Noah Gregor to a professional tryout (PTO). Gregor split the 2024-25 season between the Ottawa Senators (40 games) and San Jose Sharks (12 games), recording a total of four goals, three assists, and 94 hits between the two clubs.

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.

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 / Daily Faceoff / September 9

Florida Panthers invite Noah Gregor to training camp on pro tryout

The Florida Panthers have invited forward Noah Gregor to attend their training camp on a professional tryout opportunity, according to Daily Faceoff show host (and Noah’s uncle) Jason Gregor.

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.

Stepan Gorbunov News / Little Box Cats / September 8

2025 Panthers Prospect Profile: Stepan Gorbunov

After taking Linus Eriksson in the second round, Matvei Shuravin in the third, and Simon Zether int the fourth, the Florida Panthers added a third forward to their prospect cupboard when they selected Stepan Gorbunov in the sixth round with the 169th overall pick of the 2024 NHL Draft.

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.

NHL News / House of Hockey / September 6

McDavid vs. Tkachuk: The Selfish Leadership Divide That's Made the Difference in Panthers-Oilers Finals

The Panthers have beaten the Oilers in back-to-back Cup Finals, and now Matthew Tkachuk has revealed the major difference between the two teams. In the past two seasons, the Florida Panthers have emerged victorious over the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Finals, and as a result, they've claimed glory over two of the NHL's biggest stars.

Florida Panthers News / Little Box Cats / September 6

Weekend ‘Waul: Florida Panthers Open Forum

The Calgary Flames signed restricted free agent forward Connor Zary to three-year contract worth $11.325 million. Zary produced 13 goals and 14 assists in 57 games during the 2024-25 season his second in the NHL.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 5

NHL 26 review: The smartest hockey game ever?

Another year, another opportunity for gamers around the globe to bash the EA Sports NHL franchise…or is it? For what seems like forever, fans have clamored for a game with consistency and realism, attributes that can be tough to obtain even with today’s technology, especially when creating a game that features action as fast and fluid as hockey.

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

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 4

Disturbed, Spiritbox highlight EA Sports NHL 26 soundtrack

EA Sports revealed the soundtrack for NHL 26 on Thursday, with bands like Disturbed, Spiritbox, Silverstein and Turnstile headlining the list. The announcement comes just over a week before the game is released Sept.

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.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / August 30

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Previews: Landon Slaggert

The Chicago Blackhawks have an important season ahead of them. The organization has committed to building through the draft, and a plethora of draft picks are NHL-ready, or on the cusp of being NHL-ready.

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

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / August 28

Panthers Exec Leaves for NBA Opportunity

The Florida Panthers are officially the envy of the NHL, coming off back-to-back Stanley Cups and looking like a solid candidate to become the first team to three-peat in over 40 years.

Matthew Tkachuk 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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Florida Panthers top breakout candidates for 2025-26 season

The Florida Panthers successfully defended their Stanley Cup championship back in June. They are the two-time defending champions and hope to achieve something that hasn’t been seen since the 1980s.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Rumors / August 23

NHL News: Matthew Tkachuk and NHL World Cup of Hockey

The Florida Panthers will be without forward Matthew Tkachuk for the start of the 2025-26 season. He will begin the season on LTIR after off-season surgery on the injuries he suffered “most likely” at the Four Nations Faceoff representing Team USA.

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.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 22

New Timeline: Matthew Tkachuk to Miss Start of Season After Surgery

The Florida Panthers will start the 2025-26 NHL season without one of their biggest stars. Matthew Tkachuk underwent surgery a few weeks ago to repair a torn adductor muscle and sports hernia, injuries he originally sustained during the 4 Nations Face-Off in February, per David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.