Panthers sign Matvei Shuravin to three-year, entry-level contract
Florida selected Shuravin in the third round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.
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Barkov and Lundell win gold at Worlds
Florida Panthers Aleksander Barkov and Anton Lundell are golden after Finland edged host Switzerland 1-0 in overtime at Swiss Life Arena in Zurich when Buffalo Sabres forward Konsta Helenius scored an electrifying goal 10:42 into the extra session with Lundell drawing the primary assist. Lundell logged 22:52 of ice time, was credited with four shots on goal, won two of his five draws, and completed the game with a big plus-one rating for the Finns. He finished the tournament with four goa...
The New State Of Hockey?
When one thinks of Florida, there are some images that come to mind: sunshine, beaches, and Disney World. Of course, those aren't the only things that Florida is known for, and it seems they're making "winning professional hockey chmapionships" into a Florida thing. We know that the Florida Panthers won back-to-back Stanley Cups before missing the playoffs this season, but there's another team that has made winning into an annual event in the state. If you're unaware of the Florida Everblades ...
LBC’s 2026 NHL Playoff Predictions Contest: Final Round
Alright Florida Panthers fans, the time has come for you to make your selections for the final round of the Litter Box Cats annual playoff predictions contest. There will a total of 21 points up for grabs. 8 points for the series winner 1 point bonus for calling the winner in the correct amount of games 3 points for picking the player who scores the GWG in the clinching game 3 points for picking the Conn Smythe Trophy winner 2 points for picking who will score t...
Barkov shines in Finland’s 4-2 win over Canada
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov scored the tying goal 49 seconds into the second period and then had a hand in Konsta Helenius’ eventual game-winning marker 10:39 later to help Finland knock off Canada 4-2 in the semifinals of the IIHF World Championship in Zurich. Barkov, who was named Finland’s Best Player, logged 19:28 of ice time, was credited with two shots on goal, won seven of his 15 draws, and finished the game with a plus-three rating. He leads Finland in scoring with ...
Gotham FC to Name Florida Panthers’ CRO Zarthar as President
The NWSL’s Gotham FC has hired the Florida Panthers’ Mark Zarthar as president, according to multiple people familiar with the details. Zarthar was named the Panthers’ chief revenue officer last August after more than two years as the NHL club’s chief strategy officer. Gotham, which is controlled by Carolyn Tisch Blodgett, has not formally had a president […]
NHL Rumor Roundup: Updates On Mason McTavish, Matty Beniers And Brady Tkachuk
Is the Ducks' Mason McTavish a trade candidate? Would Seattle Kraken center Matty Beniers be a fit with the Flyers? Could the Panthers ask the Senators about Brady Tkachuk?
4 Potential Trade Destinations for Flames' Johnathan Huberdeau
Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy has made it clear league wide, his team is open for business on anyone but four of their core pieces. While conversations have started, and Conroy's already in advanced stages heading into the NHL Draft next month, keep an eye on Jonathan Huberdeau's name. Conroy's open to retaining half of Huberdeau's contract, as things have never really worked out for the skilled winger with the Flames since being dealt by the Florida Panthers in a blockbuster for...
Who team should win the Conned Smythe award for worst trade with the Cup winner?
We’re down to four teams left in the playoffs, and longtime readers know what that means: It’s time to take a look at the field for one of the league’s most prestigious award, the Conned Smythe. Yes, Conned. If you’re new to the concept, the Conned Smythe goes to the team that made the worst trade that had the biggest impact on each season’s eventual champion. Sometimes it’s a relatively obvious call, like when Flames fans watched the Panthers win Cups with Matthew Tkachuk and Sam Bennett, or ...
Flyers’ Dan Vladar is still haunted by season-ending goal
Dan Vladar still sees the exact moment that ended the Philadelphia Flyers season. The starting netminder that has risen from being just some no-name backup to being one of the better goalies in the NHL, still watches that puck float past his head and across the goal line to hand the Carolina Hurricanes the series. It was an extremely tough watch and still is to this day. Despite the Flyers beating out the preseason odds, making the playoffs, and beating the archrival Pittsburgh Penguins i...
Monday Stanley Cup Playoffs GameThread
Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell scored a goal, and Aleksander Barkov had an assist in Finland’s 5-1 victory over Sweden at the Beijer Hockey Games in Ängelholm, Sweden. The Finns won the four-day event with a 2-0-1 record. Finland will open the IIHF World Championship on March 15, versus Germany in Zurich. Panthers defensemen Mikulas Hovorka and Marek Alscher saw duty in Czechia’s 5-1 loss to Switzerland. The Czechs finished the event in third place. Finland will open the IIHF World...
Friday Stanley Cup Playoffs GameThread
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov returned to action on Thursday in Finland’s 5-4 loss to Switzerland at the Beijer Hockey Games in Ängelholm, Sweden. Barkov scored Finland’s only goal in the shootout, and Cats teammate Anton Lundell dished out three assists for the Finns, who will open the IIHF World Championship on March 15, versus Germany in Zurich. Jordan Staal and Andrei Svechnikov each had a goal and an assist in the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 victory over the P...
Thursday Stanley Cup Playoffs GameThread
Josh Doan and Ryan McLeod each produced a goal and an assist to power the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 at KeyBank Center on Wednesday. Jordan Greenway and Bowen Byram also lit the lamp, Zach Benson had two assists, and former Florida Panthers keeper Alex Lyon made 26 saves for Buffalo, who are playing in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2007. Nick Suzuki and Kirby Dach scored for Montreal, who got 12 saves from Jakub Do...
The Wild Must Borrow From Dallas' Playbook To Beat the Avs
The best teams in the NHL tend to win games in multiple ways. You can't choose who you match up against in the playoffs. Maybe you're going up against a fast team like the Edmonton Oilers. You might wind up grinding out a series with a physical (or dirty!) team like the Florida Panthers. Withstandin...
3 Free-Agent Destinations for Penguins' Stuart Skinner
Stuart Skinner is one of the most notable pending unrestricted free agent (UFA) goalies heading into the summer. Due to this, he should generate interest from teams looking for a new goaltender if he hits the free-agent market. Because of this, let's look at three teams that could look to sign Skinner during the offseason if he does not re-sign with the Penguins. Florida Panthers The Panthers are entering the offseason with two pending UFA goalies in Sergei Bobrovsky and Daniil Tar...
Joe's Reaction of the Week: The Lottery and Drury's Direction
Everything riding on May 5: McKenna or bust, the Carolina/Dallas pick situation, and why Drury's patience with Vincent Trocheck is about to pay off.
Friday Stanley Cup Playoffs GameThread
Quinn Hughes scored a pair of goals, including the game-winner, and had an assist, and the Minnesota Wild eliminated the Dallas Stars with a rousing 5-2 victory in Game 6 at Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul. It was Minnesota’s first postseason series win since 2015. Former Florida Panther Vladimir Tarasenko and Matt Boldy also scored for the Wild, who got 21 saves from goaltender Jesper Wallstadt. Minnesota will take on the Colorado Avalanche next. Leo Carlsson, Chris Kreider an...
3 Free-Agent Destinations for Blue Jackets' Erik Gudbranson
Erik Gudbranson is among the most notable pending unrestricted free agents (UFAs) on the Columbus Blue Jackets. If the Blue Jackets end up not re-signing him, he should be a pretty popular target as a free agent on July 1. Due to this, let's look at three teams that could sign Gudbranson this summer if he ends up hitting the market. Florida Panthers Could the Panthers reunite with Gudbranson? When looking at their roster, it is clear that they could use more experienced depth...
Joe's Reaction of the Week: Offseason Musings
A Dallas collapse could mean a better draft pick. A Guerin gut-punch could crack open the Trocheck market. The Rangers might want both—and can only have one.
NHL Rumors: Replacement Options for Panthers for Sergei Bobrovsky
The Florida Panthers missed the playoffs for the first time since 2019, and now their most pressing offseason question centers on the goaltender who helped win them two Stanley Cups. Sergei Bobrovsky's seven-year, $70 million contract is finished, and by all accounts the two sides are nowhere close to agreeing on what comes next. A report from Greg Wyshynski on The Sheet with Jeff Marek described the situation as "pretty bad," with Bobrovsky reportedly seeking a deal structured similarly t...
NHL Rumors: 3 Free-Agent Destinations for Flames' Ryan Lomberg
The Calgary Flames are entering the offseason with multiple pending free agents. One of them is gritty forward Ryan Lomberg. With the Flames rebuilding, it would not be surprising if the Flames let the 31-year-old forward hit the market. If he does, he has the potential to get some interest from teams looking for more grit and toughness in their bottom six. Because of this, let's take a look at three teams that could try to sign Lomberg if he hits free agency this summer. Florida Panther...
GDB +1.0: Oilers and Ducks get ready to rumble (8 PM, CBC)
The Tampa Bay Lightning played in three consecutive Stanley Cup Finals in 2020-2022. The Florida Panthers followed that up with three appearances of their own in 2023-25 and the Edmonton Oilers’ quest for a third consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearance begins tonight against a young, fast, and inexperienced Anaheim Ducks club. The 82-game regular season…
NHL Rumors: 3 Free-Agent Destinations for Panthers' A.J. Greer
While the Florida Panthers had a rough 2025-26 season, A.J. Greer had a career year with the Atlantic Division club. In 78 games this season with the Cats, he set new career highs with 17 goals, 15 assists, and 32 points. He also had 203 hits on the season. Due to this, Greer will generate a lot of interest if he decides to test the free-agent market this summer. If he does become a UFA this offseason, these three teams could look to sign him. Philadelphia Flyers The Flyers could b...
NHL Rumors: 3 Florida Panthers Offseason Goalie Targets
The Florida Panthers will be an interesting team to watch this offseason. After missing the playoffs due to their significant injury trouble, it would not be surprising if they look to upgrade their roster. One of their biggest questions heading into the offseason is their goaltending situation. Sergei Bobrovsky is a pending unrestricted free agent, so they could be on the hunt for goaltending help if he walks. They also could use an upgrade over backup Daniil Tarasov in general, so let'...
Former Oilers blogger Sunny Mehta hired as Devils general manager
The New Jersey Devils have a new general manager: Sunny Mehta. The club announced the hiring on Thursday, bringing him back to New Jersey after helping the Florida Panthers win back-to-back Stanley Cups. Mehta, 48, got his start in the hockey world writing at Irreverant Oiler Fans, an analytics-pioneering blog that has also sparked careers for…
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