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Winning the Stanley Cup is special. Players have been looking for this feeling since the beginning of their careers, and when they’re able to lift the Cup for the first time, it’s a unique moment.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 18

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov, Sam Reinhart played through injuries in Stanley Cup Final

As is tradition, once one team hoists the Stanley Cup, we finally learn shortly after what injuries plagued the winning team on route to their win, and Tuesday night was no different.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 18

Five takeaways as Panthers officially become an NHL dynasty

The Florida Panthers' 5-1 Game 6 win sealed their second consecutive Stanley Cup Final series victory.

Panthers' back-to-back Stanley Cups a master class in roster building

Sam Bennett's Conn Smythe win boosts his already-outrageous free-agent value

Panthers' Sam Reinhart makes history in Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final

Oilers winger loses Stanley Cup for fifth time in six years

With Oilers loss, Canada's Stanley Cup drought rolls on

Top standouts from Game 6 as Panthers become back-to-back champs

Florida Panthers News / Yardbarker / June 17

Panthers' back-to-back Cups a masterclass in roster building

Panthers' back-to-back Stanley Cups a masterclass in roster building

With their 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night, the Florida Panthers cemented their status as one of the NHL's all-time great teams.

Five takeaways as Panthers officially become an NHL dynasty

Sam Bennett’s next contract expected to exceed teammate's deal

Every Conn Smythe winner in NHL history

The '5+ goals in one Stanley Cup Final in the Modern Era' quiz

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 17

Aleksander Barkov reveals how Panthers can close Oilers out in Game 6

The Florida Panthers are looking to close out the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final Tuesday. Florida is in the driver’s seat after defeating the Oilers soundly in Game 5, to take a 3-2 series lead.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Barkov, Heiskanen among six players named to Finland’s initial 2026 Olympic roster

The first set of names to represent The Lions has been released. On Monday, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) released the first six names on the roster for Team Finland at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov just hasn’t looked right in Stanley Cup Final

The Florida Panthers might be even after two games of the Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers, but one of their best players hasn’t been among

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

‘We’re trading him’: Maurice on Barkov’s performance in Stanley Cup Final

Aleksander Barkov hasn’t exactly been the dominant force in the Stanley Cup Final that many expected him to be. While many expected the Florida Panthers captain to be a gamebreaker through the first two games against the Edmonton Oilers, Barkov has struggled with no points and a -4 rating.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 3

Panthers star Aleksander Barkov’s reaction to surprise before Stanley Cup Final

The Florida Panthers are entirely focused on the team heading into the Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers, but there is still some individual love to go around.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 3

Ranking the 10 best players in Panthers-Oilers Stanley Cup Final

For the second season in a row, the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers will meet in the Stanley Cup Final. Florida won the Cup last season in seven games.

Panthers' Brad Marchand comments on Boston exit, throws Bruins under the bus

Five intriguing storylines for the 2025 Stanley Cup Final

Bobrovsky vs. Skinner: Who has the edge in net for the Stanley Cup Final?

Conn Smythe rankings as Cup Final begins: Oilers stars lead the way

Why Oilers will finally end Canada's painful Stanley Cup drought

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The 'NHL Selke Trophy winners' quiz

How many players who won the Frank J. Selke Trophy as the NHL's best defensive forward can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL active hat-trick leaders' quiz

The 'Most career goals in Game 7 a Stanley Cup Playoffs series' quiz

The 'Active Stanley Cup Playoffs points leaders' quiz

Florida Panthers News / Total Apex Sports / June 2

Aleksander Barkov Wins 2 Major Awards After Amazing Season

Aleksander Barkov has won the Selke Trophy and the King Clancy Trophy. The Selke Trophy is given to the best defensive forward in the NHL. Barkov has won the award two years in a row, and it’s his third time winning the Selke in the last five years.

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / June 2

Panthers C Aleksander Barkov repeats as Selke winner

For the second consecutive year and third time in five seasons, Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov on Monday was named the Selke Trophy winner as the NHL's best defensive forward.

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Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 2

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov wins 2025 Selke, King Clancy Trophies

The NHL announced Monday that Florida Panthers’ forward Aleksander Barkov had won both the Frank J. Selke Trophy and the King Clancy Trophy for the 2024-25 regular season.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 2

Panthers' Aleksander Barkov takes home pair of awards

Aleksander Barkov wins Frank J. Selke Trophy, King Clancy Memorial Trophy

The NHL has announced that Florida Panthers center Aleksander Barkov is the winner of the 2024-25 Frank J. Selke Trophy and King Clancy Memorial Trophy.

Intriguing storylines for Stanley Cup Final

Conn Smythe rankings as Stanley Cup Final begins: Oilers stars lead the way

Lightning sign forward Yanni Gourde to a six-year, $14M extension

Senators sign defenseman Tyler Kleven to a two-year, $3.2M extension

Jesper Fast announces retirement

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 1

Conn Smythe rankings as Stanley Cup Final begins: Oilers stars lead the way

With the series set to begin and three rounds of playoffs in the books, let's take a look at the Conn Smythe race and six of the leading contenders for playoff MVP going into the series.

Intriguing storylines for Stanley Cup Final

Panthers HC Paul Maurice has a strong opinion of his team

Bettors backing Oilers to thwart Panthers repeat

Every Conn Smythe winner in NHL history

The 'Most points in one Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 24

Hurricanes-Panthers takeaways: Florida pushes Carolina to brink with dominant Game 3

Thanks to their 6-2 win on Saturday night, the Florida Panthers are just one win away from their third consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearance.

Oilers-Stars takeaways: Unexpected heroes help Edmonton get even

Stars look to regain edge in Game 3 against surging Oilers

Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner reportedly rules out six teams in free agency

Maple Leafs reportedly wanted to acquire Flyers defenseman

Veteran defenseman Steven Kampfer announces retirement

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 20

Panthers send big message with dominant Game 1 win vs. Canes

Panthers-Hurricanes takeaways: Florida sends big message with dominant Game 1 win

The Eastern Conference Final opened on Tuesday night with the Florida Panthers rolling to a 5-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes. Here are some key takeaways from their victory.

Ranking the starting goaltenders in NHL conference finals

Wayne Gretzky made surprising move after Stars' playoff win

Maple Leafs' 'core four' likely done after latest postseason stumble

NHL, NHLPA have made 'good progress' on CBA negotiations

Bruins announce Don Sweeney decision

Florida Panthers News / TheLeafsnation / May 14

Aleksander Barkov and the ‘ego-less’ Panthers entering Game 5 with a knowing calm

There are circumstantial differences entering Game 5, and the Florida Panthers can draw on their wealth of experience to evoke a sense of calm, entering a pivotal clash against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / May 2

Panthers' Aleksander Barkov bids to repeat as Selke winner

Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov, teammate Sam Reinhart and Anthony Cirelli of the Tampa Bay Lightning were named the finalists for the Frank J.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28

NHL dropped the ball by not suspending Matthew Tkachuk

NHL dropped the ball by not suspending Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk has reportedly avoided supplemental discipline for a late hit on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jake Guentzel during Game 3 of their series on Saturday afternoon.

Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk avoids a suspension

Lightning's Brandon Hagel suspended for dirty hit

Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Lightning-Panthers intensity rises; Senators survive

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

The 'Most NHL goals scored in a season by U.S. born players' quiz

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / April 25

Panthers' Aleksander Barkov questionable for Game 3 vs. Lightning

Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov's availability is in question for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday in Sunrise, Fla.

NHL News / House of Hockey / April 24

Aleksander Barkov Possibly Seriously Injured by Massive Hit in Game 2 Against Tampa Bay

Florida Panthers fans are holding their collective breaths after captain Aleksander Barkov was hurt following a questionable hit from Tampa's Brandon Hagel.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / April 4

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov to miss at least two more games

After already missing Wednesday’s showdown versus the Atlantic Division rival Toronto Maple Leafs, Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov will be sidelined for at least two more games due to an upper-body ailment, Panthers head coach Paul Maurice confirmed Friday per team reporter Jameson Olive.

Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / January 17

Sasha Barkov: ‘Really Thankful’ to Be Honored as Top Athlete in Finland

SUNRISE — Florida Panthers captain Sasha Barkov is not exactly a guy who wears his emotions on his sleeve. But when he was named Finland’s Sportsman of the Year — the first hockey player ever so honored — it was obvious that he was touched and, based on his reaction, floored.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 28

Florida Panthers captain set to return from injury

He has missed the last eight games with a lower-body injury, believed to be a high-ankle sprain that he sustained in the closing seconds of Florida’s second game of the season against the Senators back on Oct. 10.

Atlantic Division Roundup: Panthers back in control, Sabres surging on 3-game win streak

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The 'NHL career points leaders' quiz