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Aaron Ekblad Picks Up a Franchise Record Nobody Wanted
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Panthers Clear Roster Spot as Ekblad Nears Return
Yahoo Sportsupdated 41m agofirst covered Oct 8, 3:15 PM ET Read the original ↗ The Florida Panthers have made a roster move that signals Aaron Ekblad's imminent return to the lineup, assigning Alexander Petrovic to the AHL to create the necessary cap flexibility. Ekblad's availability represents a significant boost to a Panthers defense that's been navigating his absence. The timing of this transaction suggests the team expects their star defenseman back in the fold sooner rather than later.
Ekblad Sidelined Again as Panthers Injury Woes Mount
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Ekblad Sidelined Against Kings, Set for Panthers Home Opener
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Ekblad Takes Center Stage at Panthers Media Day
NHL.comupdated 2m agofirst covered Sep 16, 5:15 PM ET Read the original ↗ Aaron Ekblad addressed the media as Florida's leadership faces another season of high expectations and scrutiny. The Panthers' star defenseman's comments will offer insight into the team's mindset heading into camp and how the roster is processing recent developments. What Ekblad says about the team's direction could signal whether the Panthers are unified or fractured heading into the new season.
Makar's $164M Deal Makes Ekblad's Contracts Look Cheap
The Rat Trickupdated 5m agofirst covered Aug 30, 8:15 PM ET Read the original ↗ Cale Makar's massive $164 million extension has sent shockwaves through the NHL's salary structure, and it's suddenly making Aaron Ekblad's deals with the Florida Panthers look like absolute steals by comparison. When the market moves this dramatically for elite defensemen, it reshuffles the entire hierarchy of who got paid what and when.
Aaron Ekblad Shouts 'F--- YOU' At Brooks Koepka During Panthers' Parade After Traffic Cone Beef
Brooks Koepka was a fan of the Florida Panthers long before their surprising run to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2023 but Aaron Eklbad is not going to let him off the hook. The 28-year-old defenseman took aim at the 34-year-old golfer at the team’s championship parade on Sunday. It was a call back of more than 15 months! Koepka was in Nashville for an LIV Golf tournament when his home-state NHL team won the Cup last week.
POSTCARD: Ekblad checks in after series-clinching win in Toronto
After the handshake line was done, I think it was Radko that said, 'Look around. Take it in.' It was a cool moment. I just wanted to enjoy it. Staring around the arena in that moment was special. Obviously, Barky and I have been with this organization for a long time. I wouldn't say that we've been waiting for a playoff run like this -- we've been working for it. It's been a long time coming. But we haven't accomplished our goal yet.
Panthers score three in second period, rally to beat Canucks - TSN.ca
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Aaron Ekblad scored the tiebreaking goal in the second period and the Florida Panthers beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Saturday night. The Panthers scored three times in the second and sent Vancouver to its fourth straight loss in a five-game trip that wraps up Sunday in Carolina. Ryan Lomberg, Eric Staal and Aleksander Barkov also scored for Florida. Sergei Bobrovsky made 31 saves. Jack Studnicka, Tyler Myers and Elias Pettersson scored for the Canucks.
Ekblad's power play goals power Panthers past Red Wings - TSN.ca
DETROIT (AP) — Aaron Ekblad scored twice on the power play and Florida Panthers recorded their eighth straight win over Detroit, beating the Red Wings 3-2 on Friday night. Ekblad had his first multi-goal game since Dec. 2, 2021, against Buffalo. Gustav Forsling also scored for the Panthers and Eric Staal recorded his 600th career assist on Forsling’s goal. Alexsander Barkov had two assists, and Sergei Bobrovsky made 29 saves.
Ekblad's quick OT goal gives Panthers win over Avalanche
DENVER — Aaron Ekblad scored 26 seconds into overtime, Roberto Luongo stopped 36 shots to earn career win No. 485 and the Florida Panthers beat the Colorado Avalanche 4-3 on Monday night. The winning play was set up when Mike Hoffman sped down the ice, spun past defenceman Samuel Girard and sent a pass over to Ekblad, whose shot slid through the pads of Semyon Varlamov. The Avalanche fell to 1-12 in OT this season. Hoffman had a goal midway through the third period to tie the game.
Ekblad, Trocheck lead Panthers over Predators
NASHVILLE — Aaron Ekblad and Vincent Trocheck each had a goal and an assist to lead the Florida Panthers to a 4-2 win over the Nashville Predators on Saturday night. Jared McCann and Frank Vatrano had the other goals for Florida. After snapping a seven-game losing streak with a home victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday night, the Panthers have won consecutive games.
Aaron Ekblad shows off his new mini rink inside his garage
The Florida Panthers selected Aaron Ekblad with the first overall pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft and he’s played a key role on their blue line ever since his rookie campaign. The Panthers will host the Calgary Flames on Friday night and will look to build off their recent 7-4 victory over the St. Louis Blues before they head into their bye week.
Athletes - Aaron Ekblad - Athlete Originals
A native of Belle River, ON, Aaron is one of only 4 players to be given Exceptional Player status to enter the OHL as an underage player. In the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, Aaron was selected first overall by the Florida Panthers. Aaron won the Calder Trophy in 2014-15 and was named to the NHL All-Rookie team that year. Aaron participated in both the 2015 and 2016 NHL All Star Games. Internationally, Aaron captained the Gold Medal winning team for Canada at the 2013 Ivan Hlinka Memorial U18 tournament.
Panthers doctor: 'Turf war' keeping neurologists off NHL study group
A Miami-based neurologist who has treated Florida Panther players says a "turf war" is preventing neurologists from being represented on the National Hockey League's Concussion Subcommittee. Since 1997, the subcommittee has been advising the league on how best to treat players who suffer head injuries and brain trauma. Yet since at least 2010 when he began working with the Panthers, the subcommittee’s membership has not included a neurologist, says Dr. Frank Conidi.
Aaron Ekblad: This is not an easy place to come in and play
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Taxman wins when contracts are signed
One year ago, a record $528 million was doled out to 89 unrestricted free agents over 183 years worth of contracts. That was in a span of 12 hours on opening day of the 2014 NHL free-agent season. Another few hundred million is sure to be spent on Wednesday. But signing a $2 million contract to play for the Anaheim Ducks is not worth the same as signing a $2 million contract to play for the Florida Panthers.
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