Dmitry Kulikov - NHL News & Rumors

Panthers host the Rangers after Nosek's 2-goal game

The Florida Panthers host the New York Rangers after Tomas Nosek's two-goal game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Panthers' 6-2 win

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Panthers take losing streak into matchup with the Maple Leafs

The Florida Panthers come into the matchup with the Toronto Maple Leafs as losers of four in a row

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Panthers take losing streak into matchup with the Senators

The Florida Panthers come into the matchup with the Ottawa Senators as losers of three straight games

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Done for season with broken finger Kulikov sustained a broken finger Tuesday versus the Canadiens, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Kulikov joins a growing list of injuries for the Panthers -- he's the third player on the roster to suffer a season-ending broken finger. The 35-year-old defenseman will end up failing to record a point in 19 appearances this season. He is under contract for 2026-27, and he should be healthy in plenty of time for Opening Night.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Kulikov (nose) will return to the lineup against Pittsburgh on Sunday, per Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site.

Impact Following a two-game absence due to a broken nose, Kulikov will replace Mikulas Hovorka in Sunday's lineup against the Penguins. The 35-year-old Kulikov hasn't posted a point in 17 appearances this season while contributing 12 shots on net, 13 blocked shots and 18 hits.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Pittsburgh plays Florida after Malkin's hat trick

The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Florida Panthers after Evgeni Malkin's hat trick against the Florida Panthers in the Penguins' 9-4 win

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

There will be a new Cup champion. Florida's injury-plagued season won't include the playoffs

The Florida Panthers have been officially eliminated from playoff contention, after back-to-back Stanley Cup titles

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Not playing Saturday Kulikov (nose) won't play against Pittsburgh on Saturday, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Kulikov will miss his second straight game after suffering a broken nose in Tuesday's 6-3 win over Ottawa. However, he skated Saturday and could return to the lineup for Sunday's rematch against the Penguins. Kulikov hasn't earned a point in 17 appearances this season while posting 12 shots on goal, 13 blocked shots and 18 hits.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Pittsburgh plays Florida after Chinakhov's 2-goal showing

The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Florida Panthers after Yegor Chinakhov's two-goal game against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Penguins' 6-3 loss

APRIL 3 • Associated Press

Dealing with broken nose Kulikov sustained a broken nose but could return against Pittsburgh on Saturday or Sunday, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Kulikov has already been ruled out for Thursday's matchup with the Bruins, but it seems he wants to get back in the lineup despite his broken nose. In 17 games for the Panthers this year, the veteran blueliner has yet to register a point while averaging 17:56 of ice time.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out of action Thursday Kulikov (face) won't play Thursday versus the Bruins, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now reports.

Impact Kulikov's CT scan results haven't been revealed, but he is hurt enough to sit out of a game that has no impact for the Panthers. The 35-year-old will join Aaron Ekblad (hand) as the most recent injuries for the Panthers. Mikulas Hovorka and Tobias Bjornfot will take their places in the lineup Thursday.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bruins take win streak into matchup against the Panthers

The Boston Bruins will attempt to keep their four-game win streak going when they visit the Florida Panthers

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Heading for scan Kulikov (face) will require a CT scan after taking a puck to the face Tuesday versus the Senators, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Until the test results are in, Kulikov's status will be up in the air. The 35-year-old defenseman was held off the scoresheet in all 15 appearances in March after missing 57 contests after getting hurt in October. The Panthers are likely to need a defenseman or two from AHL Charlotte since Aaron Ekblad (hand) and Donovan Sebrango (undisclosed) are also ailing.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Brooks Koepka says he still believes in Florida's chances at a Stanley Cup playoff run

Brooks Koepka says he still believes the Florida Panthers can make a playoff run, even with long odds

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Activated from LTIR Kulikov (upper body) was removed from long-term injured reserve Sunday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Following a 57-game absence, Kulikov appears to be good to go for Sunday's matchup against the Islanders. The Panthers moved Cole Schwindt (lower body) to injured reserve in a corresponding move. Kulikov had four goals, 13 points, 64 shots on net, 71 blocked shots and 114 hits in 70 appearances during the 2024-25 regular season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Kulikov (upper body) will be a game-time decision against the Islanders on Monday, according to Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site.

Impact Kulikov has missed 57 straight contests after getting hurt in Florida's second game of the 2025-26 season. He will need to be activated from long-term injured reserve to be eligible to return to action. If Kulikov receives the green light to play, he will probably replace Uvis Balinskis (undisclosed) in Sunday's lineup against the Islanders.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Florida Panthers face a make-or-break week as playoff hopes hang by a thread

The Florida Panthers try to rescue their season as they return from the Olympic break

FEBRUARY 25 • Associated Press

Tkachuk is back for the Panthers. Will it be enough to spark a run to the playoffs?

Matthew Tkachuk is back with the Florida Panthers, ready to help the team push for the playoffs

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Tkachuk on Panthers' trip: Will he play? His season debut after August surgery may be looming

The Florida Panthers leave for a road trip on Monday, and Matthew Tkachuk will be on the plane for the first time this season

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Practice 12/28/25 - Paul Maurice | Florida Panthers Paul Maurice provides updates on Matthew Tkachuk, Jonah Gadjovich, Dmitry Kulikov and more.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • NHL.COM

The back-to-back Cup champion Panthers are sliding. They still believe that things can turn around

The Florida Panthers have been struggling lately, losing several games and finding themselves at the bottom of the Eastern Conference

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Maple Leafs jump out to quick lead, hold off Panthers for 4-1 win

The Toronto Maple Leafs have defeated the Florida Panthers 4-1

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Oilers end winless streak with a 6-3 victory over the Panthers in Cup rematch

Jack Roslovic scored twice, and Evan Bouchard had three assists as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Florida Panthers 6-3

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Panthers' Eetu Luostarinen will miss time because of a barbecue mishap, adding to team's injury woes

The Florida Panthers are facing more injuries, including one from a grilling accident

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Marchand reaches 1,000 points, Reinhart scores twice as Panthers beat Capitals 6-3

Brad Marchand reached 1,000 career points with two assists, Sam Reinhart scored twice and Florida Panthers beat the Washington Capitals 6-3 on Thursday

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

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