Panthers Pull Off Deadline Overhaul
The Florida Panthers entered the trade deadline with a clear intent to bolster their roster, orchestrating a series of moves that reshaped the team’s defensive and forward lines.
One of the most notable deals saw veteran forward Garnet Hathaway arrive from the Philadelphia Flyers, with the Flyers retaining half of his $2.5 million salary, a detail that eased the financial burden for Florida.
Goalies Join the Fold
In net, the club secured Akira Schmid from the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for a 2028 third‑round draft pick, adding a young talent who has already shown promise in the NHL.
The Panthers also struck a deal with the New Jersey Devils, acquiring veteran netminder Jacob Markstrom and forward Angus Crookshank, a transaction that required sending out Evan Rodrigues, Jesper Boqvist and Ben Steeves.
With these additions, the team announced that longtime starter Sergei Bobrovsky would not be re‑signed, signaling a full shift toward the new goaltending tandem.
The Hockey Show hosts Roy Bellamy and David Dwork broke down the implications of the swaps alongside Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald, offering fans a deeper look at how the moves could affect the club’s playoff prospects.