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Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic (10) protects the puck from New Jersey Devils defensemen John Kovacevic (8) during the first period at Rogers Place.

February 8, 2026

A tough season has exposed some uncomfortable truths in the NHL

Some seasons, the numbers don’t just dip, they fall off a cliff, and a few familiar forwards are living that reality right now.

Cimon Asselin

St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer (30) and Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) get physical during the third period at Enterprise Center.

February 8, 2026

Why the Panthers’ blue-line crisis could force a high-stakes trade

After winning the Stanley Cup in both 2024 and 2025, the Florida Panthers are suddenly facing a season that feels far more fragile than expected.

Cimon Asselin

Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov (86) looks on against the Utah Mammoth during the third period at Benchmark International Arena.

February 8, 2026

Nikita Kucherov is furious and he says what he really thinks

While the Olympic Games move forward in Milano Cortina, Nikita Kucherov has chosen to challenge the narrative.

Cimon Asselin

February 7, 2026

Peter Worrell, the Toughest Player the Panthers Ever Had

Every NHL franchise has had tough players, but few have ever had a presence quite like Peter Worrell during the early years of the Florida Panthers.

Cimon Asselin

General view of the net with pucks during the warmup period between the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers at Scotiabank Saddledome.

February 7, 2026

A Waiver Move Sends an NHL Forward to a New Team

For a brief moment, Jack Finley became one of those quiet waiver names that can spark internal discussion, even for teams not actively shopping for help.

Cimon Asselin

Tampa Bay Lightning center Zemgus Girgensons (28) scores a goal against the Florida Panthers during the first period at Benchmark International Arena.

February 7, 2026

Florida Panthers Confront a Franchise-Defining Decision

Bill Zito is currently trying to save the Florida Panthers from missing the 2026 playoffs.

Cimon Asselin

Florida Panthers general manager Bill Zito speaks to reporters during media day in advance of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena.

February 7, 2026

Bill Zito Could Acquire a Big Forward for Free with the Florida Panthers

The Olympic break hasn't stopped the roster shuffling, as Julien BriseBois just made a surprising move by placing Jack Finley on waivers.

Cimon Asselin

Winnipeg Jets center Cole Perfetti (91) scores against Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena.

February 1, 2026

Florida Panthers Paul Maurice gets refreshingly honest about what his players need right now

Paul Maurice watched the Florida Panthers drop another tight one in the standings, and his postgame message sounded like a team fighting for its season.

Jonathan Ouimet

Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) moves the puck against Winnipeg Jets defenseman Elias Salomonsson (57) during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena.

February 1, 2026

A telling stat shows what kind of player Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk really is

Matthew Tkachuk hit 400 assists fast, but the Florida Panthers still bleed points in the standings and fans feel the squeeze.

Jonathan Ouimet

St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) celebrates with right wing Jordan Kyrou (25) after scoring the game winning goal against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Enterprise Center.

January 30, 2026

Florida Panthers keep dropping points in the standings, and this stat tells you why

Matthew Tkachuk’s production couldn’t save the Florida Panthers in St. Louis, and the injury-hit playoff race suddenly feels tight.

Jonathan Ouimet

Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) speaks to center Sam Reinhart (13) against the Utah Mammoth during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena.

January 29, 2026

Florida Panthers projected lines without Lundell vs St. Louis Blues

Brad Marchand lands on a new line as Florida Panthers shuffle forwards in St. Louis, and Anton Lundell’s status makes every shift feel heavier.

Jonathan Ouimet

Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell (15) attempts to deflect the puck against Utah Mammoth goaltender Vitek Vanecek (41) during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena.

January 29, 2026

Paul Maurice gives a clear but careful update on Anton Lundell and who gets the crease tonight vs St-Louis

Anton Lundell is day-to-day, and the Florida Panthers can’t really afford another missing piece with the NHL standings squeezing them before the Olympic break.

Jonathan Ouimet