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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 13
NHL power rankings: Panthers start season on top again despite Barkov, Tkachuk injuries
The regular season has finally begun, and that means that we can properly start the power rankings. Predictions are fun, but what everyone really cares about is reacting – mostly so that we can complain about how bad the reaction is!
Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Elliotte Friedman Reveals Panthers’ Current Plans for Injured Aleksander Barkov
The Florida Panthers have made a decision on injured captain Aleksander Barkov and his short-term future. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, the franchise is opting for patience rather than cap flexibility as they navigate life without captain Aleksander Barkov.
Florida Panthers News / EssentiallySports / October 9
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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Florida Panthers News / EssentiallySports / October 7
Florida Panthers Stick by Captain Aleksander Barkov Discarding Sidney Crosby Rumors
The Florida Panthers entered the 2025-26 season confronting a daunting challenge before even stepping onto the ice. Captain Aleksander Barkov suffered a severe knee injury during practice on September 25, requiring surgery on his ACL and MCL.
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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 6
Panthers start 3-peat quest down 2 stars vs. Blackhawks
When the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers open their season Tuesday, they will be missing two of their biggest stars: Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk.
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.
Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 3
Panthers’ X-factor in 2025-26, and it’s not Sasha Barkov
The Florida Panthers have designs on joining the elite teams in NHL history that have won at least 3 consecutive Stanley Cup championships when the 2025-26 season comes to a conclusion.
Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / October 2
How the Panthers Can Survive Aleksander Barkov’s Injury
The Florida Panthers enter the 2025-26 season as defending Stanley Cup champions. They look to be the first team since the early 1980s New York Islanders to win three straight championships.
Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / October 1
Will 2025-26 be a step-back year for the banged-up Panthers?
The Florida Panthers enter the regular season with a few more question marks than expected. While they are back-to-back Stanley Cup champions, they begin the year with Matthew Tkachuk hurt for at least a couple months, and Aleksander Barkov out for the entire season.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 1
Florida Panthers will be patient with approach to finding a center
Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: The Florida Panthers obviously won’t be to replace center Aleksander Barkov, who is lost for seven to nine months. Internally, they might be able to shift someone from the wing to center, as many of their wingers were drafted as centermen.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 1
NHL Rumors: Aleksander Barkov LTIR Status Affected by Playoff Salary Cap
The Florida Panthers are facing an uphill climb as they look to three-peat as Stanley Cup Champions. Florida is dealing with multiple injuries to several key players, including Matthew Tkachuk and now Aleksander Barkov; however, unlike last season, the Panthers are playing under new rules, just like every other team in the league.
Florida Panthers News / EssentiallySports / September 30
NHL Insider Spills on Florida Panthers Plans Following Aleksander Barkov News
Aleksander Barkov had already announced how they would approach the 2025-26 season. “It’s not about defending the Cup, it’s about winning it,” the Florida Panthers captain said in the presser, getting things rolling for the 2024-25 season.
Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Chris Johnston Hints at Panthers’ Next Move After Aleksander Barkov Update
The Florida Panthers will begin the defense of their back-to-back Stanley Cup titles without captain Aleksander Barkov and alternate captain Matthew Tkachuk.
Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 29
Panthers May Make Unexpected Announcement Regarding Barkov
Florida Panthers star Aleksander Barkov has been sidelined for seven to nine months, and the timing has left fans and analysts buzzing about the team’s next move.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 29
Barkov Out, Pickard Staying, Stolarz’s Deal, & More NHL Rumors
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, did the Edmonton Oilers pick Calvin Pickard over Connor Ingram? If so, why? In other news, Anthony Stolarz has signed a team-friendly extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 28
Golden Knights’ Stanley Cup Odds Shift as Barkov Injury Reshapes the Season
The Stanley Cup race just shifted. With Aleksander Barkov likely sidelined for the season, the Florida Panthers face a massive void down the middle. His
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 26
Ranking trade options for Panthers following Aleksander Barkov injury
Aleksander Barkov is going to miss seven to nine months after suffering ACL and MCL injuries. What should Florida do?
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 / Field Level Media / September 26
Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov could miss season after knee surgery
A day after he had to be helped off the ice during the Florida Panthers' first training camp practice, captain Aleksander Barkov is set to undergo knee surgery on Friday, putting his ability to play in the 2025-26 season into doubt.
Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / September 26
Barkov Injury Could Attract Panthers to Big Trade with Penguins
Dan Powers of the Empty Netters Podcast wrote on Friday after it was learned that Aleksander Barkov was likely to miss the entire 2025-26 season, “If Barkov’s
Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / September 26
Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov undergoing surgery for right knee injury, could miss 2025-26 season
The regular season hasn’t even begun, but the Florida Panthers‘ injury problems continue to worsen. The Panthers got some horrible news on Friday, as they learned that captain and center Aleksander Barkov may miss the entirety of the 2025-26 season due to a right-knee injury, according to head coach Paul Maurice.
Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 26
Barkov Injury Update Rocks Panthers, Captain Out Long-Term
The news coming out of Florida is not good when it comes to the status of captain Aleksander Barkov. Injured in practice on Thursday, reports are now surfacing that he could miss the entirety of the 2025-26 season.
Florida Panthers News / The Hockey Writers / September 26
Panthers' Aleksander Barkov Set to Miss 2025-26 Season Due to Injury
According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season due to a knee injury.
Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 26
Panthers captain undergoing knee surgery, out indefinitely
A gargantuan hole now exists on the Cats’ first line.
Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / September 25
Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov leaves practice early with apparent leg injury
Florida Panthers captain and veteran center Aleksander Barkov left the team’s practice early on Thursday with an apparent injury to his right leg, requiring help to get off the ice.
Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 25
Panthers Await Update After Aleksander Barkov Leaves Practice Injured
The Florida Panthers have to be holding their breath on Thursday after captain Aleksander Barkov left practice with an apparent right leg injury. Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald posted a photo of Barkov being assisted by trainers and reported that he eventually required help from two staff members to leave the ice.
Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / September 25
Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov injured in practice
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov sustained an apparent right leg injury during training camp on Thursday morning. Per the Miami Herald, Barkov remained on the ice for several minutes and put very little weight on his leg while receiving assistance to the locker room.
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