Sam Bennett: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Florida Panthers News / Blade of Steel / June 13

Sam Bennett's Next Team and Blockbuster Contract 'Pretty Much Locked' Per David Pagnotta

NHL insider David Pagnotta has revealed that Sam Bennett and the Panthers are pretty much locked in on signing a new 8X8 contract extension. A new update has emerged between the Florida Panthers and the potential contract extension of one of their stars, Sam Bennett, who is expected to become a free agent ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 13

Reporter offers update on two upcoming Panthers free agents

Although the organization’s main sights are on winning its second Stanley Cup championship in as many years, the Florida Panthers have a few key pending unrestricted free agents to worry about.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / June 12

Panthers HC Jokes to Dissuade Sam Bennett From Leaving

Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice has never been at a loss for words. He is also one of the best quotes in the National Hockey League. His exchange with Jackie Redmond of TNT on Monday night was simply legendary.

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Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Sam Bennett Echoes Matthew Tkachuk's Comments After Game 3 Blowout Win

Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final felt more like a gauntlet than a hockey game, with the Florida Panthers crushing the Edmonton Oilers 6–1 on the scoreboard.

Florida Panthers News / Blade of Steel / June 12

Sam Bennett's Future Seems to be Decided as David Pagnotta Reveals Where he is Signing

The Florida Panthers don't want to let Sam Bennett walk away in free agency, and now, a top insider has reported he's closing in on a new deal with the team.

Utah Mammoth News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 11

Mammoth rumors: Utah preparing for ‘serious’ Sam Bennett push

The Utah Mammoth, formerly the Utah Hockey Club, had a feisty squad in their inaugural season in 2024-25, but it wasn’t enough to truly contend and make a run at the playoffs.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 11

Panthers’ Sam Bennett doubles down on Matthew Tkachuk’s ‘take a punch’ declaration

The Florida Panthers put the finishing touches on a dominating 6-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on Monday evening and are now just two wins away from repeating as Stanley Cup champions.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / June 11

Panthers Expect Sam Bennett to Stay in Florida

The NHL on TNT broadcasters seem to be looking for Sam Bennett to leave the Florida Panthers in free agency. They mention it every time he touches the puck or scores a goal.

Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Paul Bissonnette's Rich Prediction for Panthers Forward's Next Contract

Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett’s playoff performance continues to drive speculation about his future and how much his next contract could be worth.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 11

Why the Maple Leafs should pursue Sam Bennett in free agency

Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett may be in the lead for the Conn Smythe Trophy at the time of this filing, so it’s not a particularly bold idea to suggest that he should be heavily pursued this summer.

Florida Panthers News / Blade of Steel / June 10

Kevin Bieksa Sounds Off, Sending a Clear Warning to the Florida Panthers on Sam Bennett

Sam Bennett's future appears to be with Florida despite interest in free agency, but now Kevin Bieksa has sent a major warning to not overpay him. Sam

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 10

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Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / June 10

Insider Drops Disappointing News for NHL Teams Eyeing Panthers' Sam Bennett

The Florida Panthers have taken a 2-1 lead over the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final and are trying to win their second consecutive championship, but it's never too early to start planning what's next.

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NHL News / FirstSportz / June 10

Watch: Huge Scrum Breaks Out During Oilers-Panthers Game 3

All hell broke loose during the third period of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers. A massive scrum broke out, resulting in several fights and penalty minutes.

NHL News / Oilersnation / June 10

Instant Reaction +19.0: Panthers hammer Oilers to take 2-1 lead in Stanley Cup Final

After back-to-back overtimes to start the Stanley Cup Final, the Florida Panthers hammered the Edmonton Oilers by a score of 6-1 in Game 3, taking a 2-1 series lead in the process.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 10

Panthers close to repeating after Game 3 thrashing of Oilers

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Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / June 9

Edmonton Oilers File Complaint With NHL Just Hours Before Puck Drop for Game 3

The Oilers have had enough with Sam Bennett and have reached out to the league to complain about his antics in front of the net, prior to Game 3's puck drop.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 9

Sam Bennett Expected to Stay with Panthers Despite UFA Status

Don’t expect forward Sam Bennett to reach NHL free agency, according to James Mirtle of The Athletic. The scribe reports that he’s hearing whispers at the NHL Combine that the Panthers have no desire to let Bennett walk, and he’s not necessarily tempted to test the market.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

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

It seems like every breath Sam Bennett takes earns him another dollar right now. The Florida Panthers center, 28, is competing in his third consecutive Stanley Cup Final, this time doing so as a pending unrestricted free agent, making teams salivate with his play.