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The Florida Panthers were founded by then-Blockbuster owner Wayne Huizenga. They began playing in the 1993–94 NHL season, where they set the then-record for the most successful expansion team until the Vegas Golden Knights in 2017–18. Their first game was played on Oct. 6, 1993, against the Chicago Blackhawks, which resulted in a 4-4 tie. They have made the playoffs on nine occasions, including two trips to the Stanley Cup Final, in 1996, which they lost to the Colorado Avalanche, and in 2023, which they lost to the Golden Knights.

NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Blue Jackets, Sabres, Lightning, Panthers
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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Zach Werenski responds to the comments made by Patrik Laine on his trade request from the Columbus Blue Jackets. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres finally ended their winless streak after 13 games with a great performance from the whole team. Finally, Nikita Kucherov was assessed a five-minute penalty and a game misconduct for kneeing Matthew Tkachuk. Werenski Responds to Laine’s Comments As was written in the Dec. 23rd edition of this column, Laine was very candid about what led to his trade request from the Blue Jackets, stating that he felt the team was too comfortable losing…

Oilers & Panthers Are Still the Teams to Beat in the NHL
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The 2024-25 NHL season has reached the holiday break, which isn’t the halfway point, but it’s close to it. Every team has played 35 games, give or take a few, and the good teams are starting to separate themselves from the pack. There are a few unknowns but the season is starting to take shape and soon, the articles about buyers and sellers will flood all the hockey sites. Related: Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl Should Be Hart Trophy Favourite One thing that is clear, even if it wasn’t a few weeks back is that the teams to beat are still the…

Jonas Johansson Stands Tall in Lightning’s Shutout Over Panthers
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Following a frustrating loss on home ice Sunday night, the Tampa Bay Lightning rebounded with a 4-0 win over the Florida Panthers on the road at Amerant Bank Arena. While the power play was the kryptonite of the Lightning in the first half of the back-to-back rivalry games, the Bolts rebounded with a solid performance at even strength and on special teams. The Lightning and Panthers have split the season series at one game apiece and will meet again in March. Lightning Defeat Defending Stanley Cup Champions The Lightning came out flying in the first period with a beautiful top-shelf backhander…

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Projected Lineups for Panthers vs Lightning – 12/22/24
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The Florida Panthers take on the Tampa Bay Lightning today at Amalie Arena. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PANTHERS (21-11-2) at LIGHTNING (18-10-2) 5 p.m. ET; FDSNSUN, SCRIPPS, SN, TVAS Panthers projected lineup Carter Verhaeghe — Aleksander Barkov — Matthew TkachukEetu Luostarinen — Anton…

Projected Lineups for the Panthers vs Flames – 12/14/24
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The Florida Panthers take on the Calgary Flames tonight at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PANTHERS (18-10-2) at FLAMES (14-11-5) 10 p.m. ET; SN1, CITY, SNW, SCRIPPS Panthers projected lineup Carter Verhaeghe — Aleksander Barkov — Sam ReinhartEvan Rodrigues — Sam…

Projected Lineups for Canucks vs Panthers – 12/12/24
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The Vancouver Canucks take on the Florida Panthers tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PANTHERS (18-9-2) at CANUCKS (14-8-5) 10 p.m. ET; TVAS, SNP, SCRIPPS Panthers projected lineup Carter Verhaeghe — Aleksander Barkov — Sam ReinhartJesper Boqvist — Sam Bennett — Matthew TkachukEetu Luostarinen…

 

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Panthers FAQ

What year were the Florida Panthers founded?

The Florida Panthers were founded in 1993 by then-Blockbuster owner Wayne Huizenga.

When did the Florida Panthers play their first game?

The Panthers’ first game was played on Oct. 6, 1993, against the Chicago Blackhawks, which resulted in a 4-4 tie.

Who is the current head coach of the Florida Panthers?

Paul Maurice is the current head coach of the Florida Panthers.