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Nabs helper in loss Kulikov posted an assist, two shots on goal and four hits in Friday's 5-1 loss to the Oilers in Game 6.

Impact The helper was Kulikov's first point since April 4, ending a 27-game dry spell that had covered all of the Panthers' postseason run. While his offense has been absence, the 33-year-old blueliner has racked up 55 hits, 25 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating over 23 playoff appearances. He's been a fixture in a third-line role, though that's not one that comes with much ice time given the talented defensemen on the Panthers' roster.

JUNE 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 11, 2024 • NHL.COM

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Finishes serving suspension Kulikov will be eligible to play Sunday against Philadelphia after serving his two-game suspension.

Impact Kulikov received a two-game ban for an illegal check to the head on Tampa Bay's Conor Sheary on March 16. The 33-year-old Kulikov has collected 16 assists, 61 shots on goal, 70 blocked shots and 121 hits in 64 contests this campaign. With Aaron Ekblad (lower body) unavailable and Gustav Forsling (illness) questionable for Sunday's matchup, Kulikov could replace Tobias Bjornfot in the lineup.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers defenseman Dmitry Kulikov has been suspended by the NHL for 2 games for an illegal check

Florida Panthers defenseman Dmitry Kulikov has been suspended by the NHL for two games for an illegal check to the head of Tampa Bay Lightning forward Conor Sheary

MARCH 18, 2024 • Associated Press

Panthers D Dmitry Kulikov banned two games for check to head The NHL Department of Player Safety suspended Florida Panthers defenseman Dmitry Kulikov for two games Monday for an illegal check to the he...

MARCH 18, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

Kulikov suspended 2 games for actions in Panthers game | NHL.com Defenseman disciplined for illegal check to head against Lightning forward Sheary

MARCH 18, 2024 • NHL.COM

Receives two-game suspension Kulikov was suspended for two games by the NHL Department of Player Safety on Monday for an illegal check to the head on Tampa Bay's Conor Sheary during Saturday's contest.

Impact Kulikov will be eligible to return to the lineup Sunday against Philadelphia. He picked up a match penalty for the hit at the 3:38 mark of the second period in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Lightning. Kulikov has generated 16 assists, 61 shots on goal, 70 blocked shots and 121 hits in 64 contests this campaign. Tobias Bjornfot will probably replace Kulikov in the lineup Thursday versus Nashville.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kulikov to have Player Safety hearing for actions in Panthers game | NHL.com Defenseman facing discipline for illegal check to head against Lightning forward Sheary

MARCH 17, 2024 • NHL.COM

Having a hearing Kulikov will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Monday for an illegal check to the head against Tampa Bay's Conor Sheary on Saturday.

Impact Kulikov was assessed a match penalty for the hit at the 3:38 mark of the second period in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Lightning. He has accumulated 16 assists, 59 PIM, 61 shots on goal, 70 blocked shots and 121 hits in 64 contests this campaign.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Wednesday Kulikov (undisclosed) is good to return Wednesday versus Detroit.

Impact Kulikov didn't play in Monday's 5-4 overtime loss to Anaheim because of the injury. He has 10 assists in 39 contests in 2023-24. With Kulikov back, Josh Mahura might be a healthy scratch Wednesday.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Kulikov (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Anaheim, according to Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site.

Impact Kulikov has accounted for 10 assists, 39 shots on goal, 50 blocked shots and 51 hits in 39 games this season. He will be replaced in the lineup by Josh Mahura.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Monday Kulikov (undisclosed) will be a game-time decision Monday against Anaheim, Colby Guy of Florida Hockey Now reports.

Impact It's unclear exactly what's ailing Kulikov, but the 33-year-old defenseman played just 13:49 minutes in a loss to the Devils on Saturday. Kulikov has 10 points, all assists, through 39 games in his return to the Panthers this season. Josh Mahura would likely slot into Florida's third pairing if Kulikov ultimately can't suit up.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slides helper in loss Kulikov managed an assist in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Blues.

Impact Kulikov's first run with the Panthers between 2010-15 resulted in him averaging more than 20 minutes of ice time per game, including action on the power play, but nowadays, he's on the third defensive pair and not tasked to do anything on the man advantage. The 33-year-old has yet to score this season, though he does have nine helpers, 38 blocked shots and 41 hits.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 31, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Good to go Saturday Kulikov (illness) is expected to play Saturday against the Kraken, Katie Engleson of Bally Sports Florida reports.

Impact Kulikov was reported to be a game-time decision while battling an illness, though it appears he'll be good to go Saturday against Seattle. The 32-year-old blueliner has three assists in his first six games with Florida this season while averaging 20:13 of ice time.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Kulikov is dealing with an illness and will be a game-time decision against Seattle on Saturday, Colby Guy of Florida Hockey Now reports.

Impact Kulikov is not exactly known as an offensive powerhouse -- he's reached the 20-point threshold just once in the last eight seasons -- but he's off to a strong start with three helpers in six games. If the blueliner is unable to play versus the Kraken, Mike Reilly could be in line to make his season debut for the Panthers.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snags assist in win Kulikov registered an assist in a 4-3 victory over the Devils on Monday.

Impact Kulikov has points in back-to-back games already this season, a feat he accomplished just once last year. While the 32-year-old defenseman could be thrust into a more offensively-minded role with both Aaron Ekblad (shoulder) and Brandon Montour (shoulder) out long-term, the fact is Kulikov has just one 20-plus point campaign in the last eight seasons and has never managed to get to the 30-point mark in his 15-year career.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reunites with Panthers Kulikov signed a one-year contract with Florida on Saturday.

Impact Kulikov earned three goals, 16 points, 108 blocked shots and 96 hits in 67 games between Anaheim and Pittsburgh last season. He spent the first seven seasons of his NHL career with the Panthers. Kulikov will compete for playing time in 2023-24 with fellow Florida newcomers Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Niko Mikkola and Mike Reilly.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Penguins defenseman Dmitry Kulikov expected to rejoin to lineup Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Dmitry Kulikov is expected to return to the team’s lineup for its regular season home finale against the Chic...

APRIL 11, 2023 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Game-time call Kulikov (lower body) will be a game-time decision for Tuesday's matchup with Chicago.

Impact Kulikov's status against the Blackhawks presumably won't be confirmed until Pittsburgh takes the ice for pregame warmups. He's picked up 16 points through 65 appearances split between the Ducks and the Penguins this season.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from LTIR Kulikov (lower body) was activated from long-term injured reserve Tuesday, according to the NHL media site.

Impact Kulikov appears to be ready to return to the lineup Tuesday against Chicago. He has posted one assist, two shots on goal, four blocked shots and six hits in four games with Pittsburgh since being acquired from Anaheim. Kulikov last played March 12 versus the Rangers.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Getting closer to return Kulikov (lower body) is progressing in his recovery and could return sooner rather than later after coach Mike Sullivan told reporters Tuesday, "The fact that all these guys are on...

Impact Following his trade-deadline move, Kulikov played in just four games with the Penguins before sustaining his lower-body injury. The 32-year-old blueliner shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of fantasy value given his limited offensive upside once cleared to return.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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