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NHL Injuries: Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin heads to LTIR; Blackhawks' Connor Bedard to meet with doctors to get a timeline

Derek Lee: Anaheim Ducks coach Joel Quenneville yesterday on the injuries to Cutter Gauthier (upper-body) and Ryan Poehling (lower-body): “Both guys we lost (Saturday night), we’ll get back (Monday), we’ll get evaluated.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 10

The five best contracts signed in 2026 NHL free agency so far

In a period of the NHL season where most general managers make their biggest mistakes, the best general managers are not only the ones who turn off their phones July 1, but the ones who comb the free-agent market for the best deals they can find.

The five worst contracts signed in 2026 NHL free agency so far

Five potential trade destinations for Kraken center Shane Wright

These non-playoff teams could make it in 2026-27 (these playoff teams could miss)

Hurricanes owner facing harsh criticism for Stanley Cup decision

Ducks make massive (but easy) decision on Leo Carlsson

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / July 1

Panthers sign F Eetu Luostarinen to 8-year deal

Forward Eetu Luostarinen signed an eight-year contract extension to remain with the Florida Panthers on Wednesday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team, however TSN reported the deal was worth $40 million.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Panthers, Eetu Luostarinen Finalizing Eight-Year Extension

July 1st: According to the team over at PuckPedia, the extension between the Panthers and Luostarinen is expected to be an eight-year, $40MM ($5MM AAV) agreement.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 30

Panthers closing in on extension with 2-time Stanley Cup Champion winger

The Florida Panthers have made some significant changes after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. Their big move was to trade for Brady Tkachuk, but they are on the doorstep of another solid move.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30

Panthers Nearing Extension With Eetu Luostarinen

According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the Florida Panthers are nearing an extension with forward Eetu Luostarinen, which could be signed as early as tomorrow.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 6

Panthers’ Luostarinen fined for high-sticking Penguins’ Rakell

The NHL Department of Player Safety announced on Monday that Florida Panthers forward Eetu Luostarinen has been assessed a $5,000 fine for high-sticking Pittsburgh Penguins forward Rickard Rakell.

Olympics News / The Hockey Writers / January 12

How Team Finland Can Win the 2026 Winter Olympics

Finland’s Olympic team is good enough to win the tournament, but they will need to play a certain way to beat Canada, the United States, and Sweden en route to gold.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 29

Fantasy Hockey 2025-26: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 13

Finding an edge in fantasy hockey often comes down to maximizing your man games — and targeting players with favourable matchups. Our Fantasy Hockey Strength of Schedule tool helps you do precisely that.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 7

3 Takeaways From The Florida Panthers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Game 12/06/2025

The Panthers finally got some good news on the injury front. Eetu Luostarinen was back in the lineup after missing eight games due to a grilling accident.

Florida Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 19

Panthers' Eetu Luostarinen suffers injury in 'barbecue accident'

Florida Panthers center Eetu Luostarinen suffers freak injury in 'barbecue accident'

The Panthers divulged Luostarinen’s barbecue-related mishap on Wednesday.

Bruins' Charlie McAvoy out indefinitely after undergoing facial surgery

Devils' Jack Hughes will be out longer than expected after bizarre injury

The 20 most memorable defunct NHL teams

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 19

Panthers’ Eetu Luostarinen out week-to-week after barbecue accident

Who knew eating food could be so dangerous? Just five days after the news that New Jersey Devils superstar center Jack Hughes sliced his hand during a team dinner, Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice told the media Wednesday that forward Eetu Luostarinen suffered burns during a barbecue accident that will keep him out week-to-week.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 19

Panthers winger out week-to-week after barbecue accident

Panthers winger Eetu Luostarinen suffered significant burns as a result of a barbecue accident and will miss a few weeks, head coach Paul Maurice said.

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / November 17

Panthers’ Eetu Luostarinen out day-to-day with lower-body injury

A notable omission from the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions’ lineup. When speaking to the media, Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice revealed that forward Eetu Luostarinen will not be in the lineup for the team’s matchup with the Vancouver Canucks on Monday night and is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 20, 2025

These potentially contentious defenseman negotiations could spur trades

Five potentially contentious defenseman negotiations that could spur NHL trades

The NHL offseason will be red-hot for the next two weeks.

Three-time Stanley Cup winner signs one-year deal with Jets

Panthers' Brad Marchand trolls opposing teams for giving away championship players

Four teams that can challenge Panthers for 2026 Stanley Cup

Every NHL player to score 500 goals

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 10, 2025

Panthers close to repeating after Game 3 thrashing of Oilers

Stanley Cup Final Game 3 takeaways: Panthers two wins away from back-to-back titles

The Florida Panthers took control of the Stanley Cup Final with Monday's dominant 6-1 Game 3 win over the Edmonton Oilers.

Brad Marchand has been exactly what the Panthers needed

Marchand keeping focus on title amid talk of future with Florida

Projecting Sam Bennett’s contract: What should we actually believe?

Capitals forward, Olympic hero T.J. Oshie announces his retirement

Golden Knights to trade fan favorite to make room for Mitch Marner?

What makes top 2025 NHL Draft prospect Matthew Schaefer so special

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / May 28, 2025

Panthers’ Eetu Luostarinen leaves Game 5 against Hurricanes with undisclosed injury

The Florida Panthers announced on social media that defenseman Eetu Luostarinen will not return after leaving Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes with an undisclosed injury.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 25, 2025

Paul Bissonnette Reacts to Panthers Player's Ejection vs. Hurricanes

Florida Panthers forward Eetu Luostarinen was ejected from Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final on Saturday night after a boarding hit. Luostarinen's hit drove Carolina Hurricanes forward Jackson Blake head-first into the boards late in the first period after they collided right behind the Canes' net.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / May 24, 2025

Eetu Luostarinen Receives Major After Vicious Hit on Jackson Blake

Florida Panthers forward Eetu Luostarinen was thrown out of Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes for his controversial hit from behind on Jackson Blake.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / May 20, 2025

Panthers Forward Enjoying Breakout Postseason

The Florida Panthers crushed the Toronto Maple Leafs' Stanley Cup hopes with their Game 7 victory, sending the Leafs home and the Panthers to their third consecutive Eastern Conference Finals series.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 1, 2025

Eetu Luostarinen's historic night leads Panthers to series win over Lightning

Florida's Eetu Luostarinen had a career night with a goal and three assists as the visiting Panthers closed out their first-round Eastern Conference playoff matchup Wednesday night, beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3 in Game 5 of their best-of-seven series.

NHL suspends Panthers' Aaron Ekblad for dirty hit on Lightning's Brandon Hagel

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

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

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / February 24, 2025

Panthers’ Eetu Luostarinen to miss Tuesday’s game against Predators

Florida Panthers center Eetu Luostarinen will not be travelling with the team for Tuesday’s game against the Nashville Predators, according to Palm Beach Post and Pucks & Palms writer Colby Guy.

Florida Panthers News / Yardbarker / October 8, 2024