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Flames host the Panthers after shootout win

The Calgary Flames host the Florida Panthers after the Flames knocked off the St. Louis Blues 2-1 in a shootout

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Sergei Bobrovsky perfect in net as Panthers blank Oilers 4-0

Sergei Bobrovsky made 21 saves to earn his fourth shutout of the season as the Florida Panthers continued to plague Edmonton, emerging with a 4-0 victory over the Oilers on Thursda...

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Panthers vs. Oilers | NHL Highlights | March 19, 2026

MARCH 20 • YOUTUBE

Edmonton hosts Florida in a non-conference matchup

The Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers meet in a non-conference matchup

MARCH 18 • Associated Press

Hits 25-goal mark Bennett scored a goal on four shots in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Canucks.

Impact Bennett has reached the 25-goal mark for the second year in a row and the third time in his career overall. He's surged to the mark with six goals and two assists over his last eight outings. For the season, the 29-year-old center is up to 51 points (matching his career high), 174 shots on net, 110 hits, 74 PIM and a minus-8 rating through 66 appearances.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Elias Pettersson scores twice to lead Canucks over Panthers 5-2

Elias Pettersson scored twice, including the 200th goal of his NHL career, and the Vancouver Canucks held on for a 5-2 win over the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night

MARCH 18 • Associated Press

FLA at VAN: Bennett scores 25th | Florida Panthers Sam Bennett makes it 3-2 against the Canucks in the second period.

MARCH 18 • NHL.COM

Ready to rock Bennett (undisclosed) will return to the lineup against Vancouver on Tuesday, according to Panthers play-by-play announcer Steve Goldstein.

Impact After sitting out Sunday's 6-2 loss to Seattle, Bennett should occupy a top-six role against the Canucks on Tuesday. He has registered 24 goals, 50 points, 170 shots on net and 109 hits across 65 appearances this season.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Canucks host the Panthers in a non-conference matchup

The Vancouver Canucks and the Florida Panthers hit the ice in a non-conference matchup

MARCH 16 • Associated Press

Panthers take win streak into matchup with the Kraken

The Florida Panthers are looking to keep their three-game win streak alive when they visit the Seattle Kraken

MARCH 15 • Associated Press

Unavailable for Sunday Bennett (undisclosed) isn't expected to be available for Sunday's game against Seattle, per George Richards of Florida Hockey Now.

Impact Bennett has 24 goals, 50 points, 74 PIM and 109 hits in 65 outings with Florida in 2025-26. Bennett's slated exit from the lineup is set to coincide with Anton Lundell (undisclosed) returning after a one-game absence.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Bennett (undisclosed) is day-to-day after sitting out Saturday's practice, Panthers play-by-play announcer Steve Goldstein reports.

Impact Bennett's availability for Sunday's matchup against Seattle is unclear, but Anton Lundell (undisclosed) will be available to return to the lineup. The 29-year-old Bennett has collected 24 goals, 50 points, 170 shots on net and 109 hits across 65 appearances this season.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nets power-play tally Thursday Bennett scored a power-play goal on two shots in Thursday's 2-1 overtime win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Bennett has five goals and three assists over eight contests since the Olympics. The 29-year-old has earned half of those eight points on the power play as he continues to be heavily involved in the Panthers' offense. Bennett has reached the 50-point mark for the second year in a row, standing at 24 goals, 26 helpers, 13 power-play points, 170 shots on net, 109 hits and 74 PIM through 65 appearances.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

BOB STANDS ON HIS HEAD! | Panthers vs Blue Jackets Highlights | 3.12.26

MARCH 13 • YOUTUBE

Reinhart scores in OT as Panthers down Blue Jackets 2-1

Sam Reinhart scored 2:20 into overtime to lift the Florida Panthers over the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Thursday night

MARCH 13 • Associated Press

FLA vs. CBJ: Bennett strikes on the power play | Florida Panthers Sam Bennett pulls the Panthers even with a power-play goal early in the third period.

MARCH 13 • NHL.COM

Florida Panthers keep Sergei Bobrovsky at the trade deadline, pivot to a new deal

Sergei Bobrovsky is staying with the Florida Panthers, and the team will work on a new deal instead of trading him

MARCH 6 • Associated Press

Tallies on power play in loss Bennett scored a power-play goal on four shots in Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Blue Jackets.

Impact Bennett has four goals and two assists over five games since the Olympics. His personal uptick in offense hasn't helped the Panthers that much -- they've won just once in that span. For the season, Bennett is at 23 goals, 48 points (12 on the power play), 163 shots on net, 107 hits and 72 PIM over 62 appearances. He's likely to set career highs in most scoring categories.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

FLA at CBJ: Bennett (Postgame) | Florida Panthers Sam Bennett speaks after the loss to the Blue Jackets on Thursday.

MARCH 6 • NHL.COM

FLA at CBJ: Bennett strikes on power play | Florida Panthers Sam Bennett makes it 3-2 against the Blue Jackets in the third period.

MARCH 6 • NHL.COM

Blue Jackets beat Panthers 4-2 in latest blow to 2-time defending champ's playoff hopes

Jet Greaves made 26 saves, Mathieu Olivier scored twice and the Columbus Blue Jackets dealt another blow to Florida’s playoff hopes with a 4-2 victory over the Panthers

MARCH 6 • Associated Press

Panthers head into matchup with the Blue Jackets on losing streak

The Florida Panthers come into the matchup with the Columbus Blue Jackets after losing three games in a row

MARCH 4 • Associated Press

Panthers visit the Devils after Bennett's 2-goal game

The Florida Panthers visit the New Jersey Devils after Sam Bennett scored two goals in the Panthers' 5-4 loss to the New York Islanders

MARCH 2 • Associated Press

Scores twice in loss Bennett scored two goals on four shots in Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Islanders.

Impact Bennett put the Panthers up 2-0 with a power-play tally in the first period, and he added another goal at even strength to temporarily restore their lead in the middle frame. He's come out of the Olympic break strong with three goals and two assists over three games, compared to just two helpers over seven contests heading into the break. The 29-year-old has 22 goals, 47 points, 156 shots on net, 105 hits, 72 PIM and a minus-11 rating through 60 appearances. He's got some work to do, but a 30-goal, 60-point campaign isn't out of the question -- both of those marks would be career highs.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

FLA at NYI: Bennett (Postgame) | Florida Panthers Sam Bennett speaks after the loss to the Islanders on Sunday.

MARCH 2 • NHL.COM

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