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Gameday 21: Florida Panthers at St. Louis Blues
The Florida Panthers (11‑7‑2, 24 points) head to St. Louis for the first leg of a back‑to‑back road swing, taking on the Blues (9‑8‑2, 18 points) at the Enterprise Center tonight. Florida enters on the heels of a dramatic 5‑4 comeback win over Detroit, erasing a three‑goal hole with goals from Anton Lundell and a late tie by Lars Eller. The Panthers will look to carry that momentum against a mid‑table Blues squad.
Lundell completes comeback in Panthers 5-4 win over Detroit
Anton Lundell scores his second goal of the third period with just 2:40 left, capping a dramatic 5-4 comeback for the Florida Panthers over the Detroit Red Wings at Amerant Bank Arena. The Panthers jump ahead early, netting the first goal 3:52 into the opening frame, but Detroit rallies to take the lead. Lundell’s clutch strike, set up after a series of passes involving Seth Jones and Sam Reinhart, clinches the win in regulation on Nov. 13, 2026.
Gameday 20: Florida Panthers vs Detroit Red Wings
The Florida Panthers (10‑7‑2, 22 points) host the Detroit Red Wings (7‑9‑3, 15 points) Thursday night at Amerant Bank Arena before heading out for a back‑to‑back in St. Louis and Dallas. After Sam Bennett’s two‑goal night and Jacob Markström’s 37‑save effort propelled Florida past Columbus 4‑1, the Panthers look to keep the momentum against Detroit. The matchup pits a high‑scoring Panthers squad against a struggling Red Wings team on the road, setting up a pivotal early‑season showdown.
Bennett, Markström lead Panthers to 4-1 win over Columbus
The Florida Panthers snap a two‑game losing streak with a 4‑1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, earning two points to close a three‑game road swing. After a scoreless first period (Panthers outshoot 10‑9), Sam Bennett scores just 2:00 into the second, followed by a Charlie ... (continues) as the Panthers dominate the remainder of the game.
Gameday 19: Florida Panthers at Columbus Blue Jackets
The Florida Panthers (9‑7‑2, 20 points) wrap up a three‑game road swing against the Columbus Blue Jackets (7‑8‑0, 14 points) tonight at Nationwide Arena. After back‑to‑back losses—a 4‑3 defeat to Washington and a 4‑1 loss to Boston—the Panthers aim to rebound, having mustered 41 shots in the Bruins game. This is the second Panthers‑Blue Jackets matchup of the season, offering Columbus a chance to capitalize on Florida’s recent slump.
Slow start costly as Panthers get dropped 4-1 in Boston
The Florida Panthers fall 4-1 to Atlantic Division leaders Boston Bruins at TD Garden, with a penalty‑laden game that sees Boston strike first at 4:05. Casey Mittelstadt feeds Charlie McAvoy, who dishes to Elias Lindholm for a long‑range wrister that opens the scoring. The Bruins add three more goals while the Panthers manage only one reply, highlighting a costly slow start for Florida.
Gameday 18: Florida Panthers at Boston Bruins
The Florida Panthers (9‑6‑2, 20 points) continue their three‑game road swing on Nov. 8, 2026, facing Atlantic Division rival Boston Bruins (12‑4‑1, 25 points) at TD Garden. This marks the teams' first clash of the season. The Panthers come off a 4‑3 loss to the Washington Capitals, despite strong outings from the Tkachuk brothers, and will look to bounce back against a Bruins squad riding a solid start.
Panthers come up short in 4-3 loss to Capitals
The Florida Panthers kick off a three‑game road swing with a 4‑3 defeat at Washington, falling to the Capitals in a chaotic contest at Capital One Arena. A misplay by goalie Akira Schmid sparks the opening goal just 2:21 in, and despite strong showings from the Tkachuk brothers, the Panthers cannot overcome Washington’s late surge. Key moments include a missed board shot by Jack St. Ivany and a back‑and‑forth scoring rally that decides the game.
Gameday 17: Florida Panthers at Washington Capitals
The Florida Panthers (9‑5‑2, 20 points) kick off a three‑game road swing on Nov. 7 against the Washington Capitals (8‑6‑0, 14 points) at Capital One Arena. Florida entered the matchup after a 5‑3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks in their new Hometown Remix jersey, completing a season‑series sweep of the Blackhawks. The preview notes the Capitals' middling form and highlights Sandis Vilmanis’s standout performance in the recent win, setting the stage for a competitive showdown.
Friday Clowder Chat: Panthers Open Forum
The Florida Panthers enjoy a rare rest day before hitting the road for a three-game stretch, featuring back-to-back matinee games in Washington and Boston, then closing the trip at Columbus’s Nationwide Arena on Tuesday. Sitting fifth in the Atlantic Division with 20 points, the Cats are positioned in the second wild‑card spot and aim to solidify their playoff push.
Vilmania runs wild in Panthers 5-3 win over Blackhawks
Rookie Sandis Vilmanis lights up his 34th NHL game, posting a career‑high four points as the Florida Panthers edge the Chicago Blackhawks 5-3 at the Pink Panther Club in West Hollywood Sunrise. The 22‑year‑old Latvian notches his first multi‑goal, multi‑point effort, scoring early in the first period and driving the Panthers to victory.
Gameday 16: Florida Panthers vs Chicago Blackhawks
The Panthers (8‑5‑2, 18 points) close out a three‑game homestand against the Blackhawks (4‑10‑1, 9 points) at Amerant Bank Arena tonight. After a 5‑3 loss to Detroit that snapped Florida’s three‑game win streak, the Panthers look to rebound, with Sam Reinhart, Aaron Ekblad and Sam Bennett among the recent scorers. The matchup completes the season‑series between the two teams.
Tarasov backstops Red Wings to 5-3 win over Panthers
Former backup goalie Daniil Tarasov sparks the Detroit Red Wings to a 5-3 victory over the Florida Panthers at the rain‑soaked Amerant Bank Arena, snapping the Panthers' three‑game winning streak. Tarasov makes 23 saves in his return to Sunrise, while Panthers netminder Jacob Markström allows four goals on 28 shots, his first action since Oct. 17.
Tarasvov backstops Red Wings to 5-3 win over Panthers
Former backup goalie Daniil Tarasov leads the Detroit Red Wings to a 5-3 victory over the Florida Panthers at a soggy Amerant Bank Arena, snapping the Panthers' three-game win streak. Tarasov makes 23 saves in his return to Sunrise, while Panthers' netminder Jacob Markström allows four goals on 28 shots in his first action since Oct. 17.
Gameday 15: Florida Panthers vs Detroit Red Wings
The Florida Panthers host the Detroit Red Wings tonight at Amerant Bank Arena in the first season matchup between the two division rivals. The Panthers (8‑4‑2, 18 points) arrive on a three‑game home streak after sweeping the Winnipeg Jets, while the Red Wings sit at 6‑5‑3 with 15 points. Both teams will debut the Panthers' new Hometownn Remix jerseys, marking a league first.
Gameday 15: Florida Panthers vs Detroit Red Wings
The Florida Panthers host the Detroit Red Wings at Amerant Bank Arena tonight in their first season matchup. The Panthers (8‑4‑2, 18 points) ride a three‑game homestand after a 5‑2 sweep of the Winnipeg Jets, highlighted by Anton Lundell’s first career hat trick. Detroit (6‑5‑3, 15 points) seeks to bounce back as division rivals clash for the second time this year.
Sunday Clowder Chat: Panthers Open Forum
The Florida Panthers get an off‑day before their Monday night clash with the Detroit Red Wings at Amerant Bank Arena. With John Gibson still reeling from a shaky 5‑4 loss to the St. Louis Blues—where he surrendered five goals on just 15 shots—the Panthers may face backup netminder Daniil Tarasov in Detroit. Meanwhile, the Charlotte Checkers host the Iowa Wild at 4 p.m. today.
Lundell leads the way in Panthers 5-2 win over Jets
Anton Lundell records his first NHL hat trick, powering the Florida Panthers to a 5-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets at Amerant Bank Arena on Oct. 31, 2026. The Panthers complete a season‑series sweep after Sam Reinhart scores the opening power‑play goal at 18:15 of the first period, followed by contributions from Carter Verhaeghe and others. Lundell’s three goals clinch the victory and highlight Florida’s offensive surge against a struggling Jets squad.
Lundell leads the way in Panthers 5-2 win over Jets
Anton Lundell records his first NHL hat trick, powering the Florida Panthers to a 5-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets at Amerant Bank Arena on Oct. 31, 2026. The Panthers complete a season‑series sweep after Sam Reinhart scores the opening power‑play goal at 18:15 of the first period and Carter Verhaeghe adds a goal, while Lundell nets three, sealing the victory.
Gameday 14: Florida Panthers vs Winnipeg Jets
The Florida Panthers (7-4-2, 16 points) host the struggling Winnipeg Jets (4-6-3, 11 points) at Amerant Bank Arena on October 30, 2026, in the season’s second matchup. After losing the first two meetings, the Panthers rebounded with a 5-1 road win at Canada Life Center on Tuesday, snapping the Jets’ slump. This home‑and‑home showdown is one of only three NHL games on the card tonight.
Thursday Clowder Chat: Panthers Open Forum
The Florida Panthers sit idle Thursday as they gear up for Friday's rematch with the Winnipeg Jets at Amerant Bank Arena. After a dominant 5-1 victory over Winnipeg on Tuesday that lifted the Panthers to a 7-4-2 record, the Jets will play the Tampa Bay Lightning tonight before closing out the season series against the Panthers. The preview hints at key matchups and the importance of the upcoming showdown.
Mr. Jones and Ts power Panthers to 5-1 win over Jets
The Florida Panthers cap their four‑game road swing with a dominant 5‑1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. Carter Verhaeghe nets two power‑play goals, while the Tkachuk brothers rack up seven combined points. Defenseman Seth Jones adds three assists, extending his streak of quiet yet impactful play. The scoring spark begins after a holding penalty on Cole Koepke leads to Verhaeghe’s opening goal.
Gameday 13: Florida Panthers at Winnipeg Jets
The Florida Panthers (6-4-2) aim to close a four-game road swing with a showdown against the Winnipeg Jets (4-4-3) at Canada Life Centre on October 27, 2026. After snapping a two-game skid with a gritty 3-2 win over Chicago, the Panthers look to build momentum, while the Jets sit at a .500 mark in the early season. Key moments include Lars Eller’s late‑game goal that silenced Spencer Knight with 2:23 left, setting the tone for an intense rivalry clash.
Eller’s sweet snipe lifts Panthers to 3-2 win over Blackhawks
Lars Eller nets the decisive goal with 2:23 left in regulation, giving the Florida Panthers a 3-2 road victory over the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center. Chicago strikes first at 2:34, but Florida rallies, tying the game before Eller’s late winner clinches the win. The win marks a key road triumph for the Panthers on October 26, 2026.
Gameday 12: Florida Panthers at Chicago Blackhawks
The Florida Panthers (5-4-2) aim to snap a two‑game skid against the Chicago Blackhawks (3-7-0) at the United Center this afternoon. Coming off a 5‑1 defeat to Ottawa and a shutout in their previous game, the Panthers are on the tough end of a four‑game road trip. Chicago, struggling with seven losses, looks to capitalize on Florida's recent struggles. The matchup offers a chance for the Panthers to regain momentum and for the Blackhawks to secure a rare win in the Windy City.
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