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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.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 12

3 Takeaways From The Florida Panthers vs Detroit Red Wings Game

The Cats have now won back-to-back games against the Detroit Red Wings; regulation wins for both, so they’ve made up four points on them. While winning games certainly boosts morale, it’s not exactly great for tanking and has lifted the Panthers out of the bottom 10 teams.

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.

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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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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

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.

Sam Reinhart News / Daily Faceoff / March 10

Panthers’ Sam Reinhart to miss game against Red Wings

A notable name will be out of action on Tuesday, but shouldn’t be on the shelf for long. When speaking to the media, Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice revealed that forward Sam Reinhart will not be in the lineup for Tuesday night’s game against the Detroit Red Wings.

Aleksander Barkov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 10

Aleksander Barkov Returns To Practice

Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov appeared to be lost for the season when he tore both his ACL and MCL in his right knee on his 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.

Florida Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / March 9

Florida Panthers Could Shut Down Key Player for Rest of Season

The Florida Panthers could be without one of their key players for the rest of the season. News emerged on Monday afternoon that forward Brad Marchand will be out weeks.

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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

Brad Marchand News / Daily Faceoff / March 9

Panthers’ Brad Marchand to miss time with lingering injury

The injuries continue to pile up for the Florida Panthers, as it appears they’ll be without Brad Marchand for a bit of time. According to Panthers’ head coach Paul Maurice, Brad Marchand is visiting with doctors regarding an injury and will not play in Tuesday’s game against the Detroit Red Wings.

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.

Matthew Tkachuk News / Field Level Media / March 6

Matthew Tkachuk's hat trick lifts Panthers over Red Wings

Matthew Tkachuk collected the sixth hat trick of his career as the Florida Panthers ended a four-game losing streak with a 3-1 win over the host Detroit Red Wings on Friday.

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.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / March 4

Panthers Goalie Skyrockets to Top of NHL Trade Targets

The Florida Panthers are entering seller mode as they continue to sit outside the Eastern Conference playoff race. Even with the return of superstar forward Matthew Tkachuk, the team is still 10 points back of the final Wild Card spot in the East and 13 points back of one of the top three teams in the Atlantic Division.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Panthers Officially Become Sellers, Make 2 Big Names Available

According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the Florida Panthers are now sellers. They have two of the bigger names available at this season’s trade deadline, and it will be interesting to see how this changes the market.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 1

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

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