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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 6
Lightning’s Scott Sabourin suspended four games for roughing Panthers’ Aaron Ekblad
Some repercussions follow the final day of the preseason. On Monday, the NHL Department of Player Safety announced that Tampa Bay Lightning forward Scott Sabourin has been suspended for four games for roughing against Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad.
Florida Panthers News / EssentiallySports / October 6
Florida Panthers Coach Delivers on His Promise After Tampa Bay Preseason Match
The Florida Panthers wrapped up their preseason with a wild game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday. It was far from your typical exhibition match, turning into a chaotic scene with 65 penalties adding up to a whopping 312 minutes.
NHL 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.
The '2024-25 NHL 30-goal scorers' quiz
How many of the 46 players to score 30 or more goals in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in six minutes?
NHL 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.
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Florida Panthers News / Yardbarker / September 26
Florida Panthers' three-peat hopes take huge hit with another major injury
The Panthers announced on that their best overall player could potentially miss the entire 2025-26 regular season.
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.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 16
Red Wings Pushed Hard for Ekblad With Huge UFA Offer
The Detroit Red Wings were reportedly willing to make a significant offer to Aaron Ekblad this summer, but the two-time Stanley Cup champion ultimately re-signed with the Florida Panthers on a discount deal for $6.1 million per season.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 16
Red Wings Offer to Ekblad, McDavid Extension & More NHL Rumours
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, the Detroit Red Wings were ready to offer Aaron Ekblad a big contract extension before he re-signed with the Florida Panthers.
NHL News / Athlon Sports / August 15
Red Wings Almost Landed Panthers Star in Blockbuster Move
As the Detroit Red Wings try to build a roster to break the long playoff drought, it seems that the front office has been active this summer. While the Red Wings haven't landed anything wild, the team has at least been trying.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / August 11
Around the NHL: Flames’ Andersson rejected trade, Panthers’ Ekblad on potential 3-peat
Around the NHL is back for another August edition, as the NHL’s offseason is creeping closer to completion. Training camp is less than a month away, as the 2025-26 season will be here before we know it.
Florida Panthers News / Oilersnation / August 8
Panthers confident they can win third consecutive Stanley Cup in 2025-26
If there’s one team that has quickly become one of the biggest thorns in the Edmonton Oilers’ side over the past few years, it’s the Florida Panthers. The Oilers have now managed two consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearances, but both times were held back by the big, bad Panthers.
Florida Panthers News / Yardbarker / June 30
Keeping championship core intact should be Panthers' first win of upcoming season
The Florida Panthers keep gearing up to win their third consecutive Stanley Cup.
Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / June 30
Panthers Sign Aaron Ekblad to 8-Year Contract Extension
The Florida Panthers have re-signed defenseman Aaron Ekblad to an 8-year contract worth an average annual value of $6.1 million. Ekblad has decided he wants to stick around for a while longer after hoisting his second Stanley Cup with the Panthers, and the price comes in at a very team-friendly deal.
Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 30
Report: Panthers re-sign Aaron Ekblad to eight-year contract
Another member of the growing dynasty will stay in South Florida. According to multiple reports, the Florida Panthers are re-signing defenseman Aaron Ekblad to an eight-year contract extension.
Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 30
Aaron Ekblad Signing Extension with Florida Panthers
It sounds like Aaron Ekblad will stay with the Florida Panthers. “Being told Aaron Ekblad is staying in Florida,” NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported.
Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30
Panthers expected to sign Aaron Ekblad to max-term extension
The Panthers and defenseman Aaron Ekblad have made significant progress on a long-term extension to keep him away from the free-agent market.
Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24
Insider provides update on extension-talk progress for Panthers' Aaron Ekblad
When healthy this year, he showed he’s still a top-pairing threat when in the lineup.
Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 18
‘We’re meant to be here’: Panthers’ Aaron Ekblad on Stanley Cup win
The Florida Panthers are back-to-back Stanley Cup champions – and defenseman Aaron Ekblad was a big part of both of them. Ekblad has spent his entire NHL career with the Panthers since getting selected first overall in 2014.
The 'NHL Calder Memorial Trophy winners since 1980-81' quiz
The Calder Trophy is awarded by the NHL as the equivalent of other sports' Rookie of the Year honors. How many of the players to win it since the 1980-81 season can you name in seven minutes?
NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 6
Aaron Ekblad wants to remain with Florida Panthers but could become a Dallas Stars option?
Jameson Olive: Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad on being a pending UFA: “I live and breathe for the Florida Panthers. I bleed for the Florida Panthers.
NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 15
Oilers connected to $60M star in free agency
The Edmonton Oilers have elimintated the Vegas Golden Knights, placing themselves in the Western Conference Final. Edmonton has its sights on getting back to the Stanley Cup Final after losing in Game 7 last season.
Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29
Panthers' Aaron Ekblad to have Player Safety hearing
Ekblad is facing another suspension after knocking Lightning winger Brandon Hagel out of Sunday night’s Game 4 with a high hit.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 29
Reaction across NHL over Aaron Ekblad’s retaliatory hit on Brandon Hagel
The Florida Panthers’ Game 4 victory has been overshadowed by a controversial hit from defenseman Aaron Ekblad on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 29
Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Controversial hit could lead to Aaron Ekblad suspension
The 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Monday with two more games. Here are our takeaways as the Panthers and Stars moved closer to the second round.
Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / April 25
Panthers’ Aaron Ekblad to return to lineup in Game 3 after serving 20-game suspension
Aaron Ekblad is back in action. Having served his 20-game suspension for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program,
Florida Panthers News / Yardbarker / March 12
Suspension of Panthers star defenseman could further jeopardize his future with team
The NHL announced a 20-game suspension for Florida Panthers star defender Aaron Ekblad for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program on Monday.
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