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The Florida Panthers were founded by then-Blockbuster owner Wayne Huizenga. They began playing in the 1993–94 NHL season, where they set the then-record for the most successful expansion team until the Vegas Golden Knights in 2017–18. Their first game was played on Oct. 6, 1993, against the Chicago Blackhawks, which resulted in a 4-4 tie. They have made the playoffs on 11 occasions, including four trips to the Stanley Cup Final, in 1996, which they lost to the Colorado Avalanche, and in 2023, which they lost to the Golden Knights. They finally won their first championship in 2024 and followed it up with another one in 2025, defeating the Edmonton Oilers both years.

NHL Morning Recap – October 19, 2025
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Welcome to another edition of the NHL Morning Recap. Related: NHL Morning Recap – October 18, 2025 Today, we will be looking at the 13 games that were played on Oct. 17, 2025. Which includes Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers playing an afternoon game against Jack Hughes and the New Jersey Devils. As well as the New York Rangers continue their Canadian road trip with a Saturday night game against the Montreal Canadiens and more. With that, grab your favourite morning beverage and enjoy the NHL Morning Recap. Panthers 0 at Sabres 3 The Florida Panthers are still trying to…

Josh Doan Nets 2 as Sabres Blank Panthers 3-0
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The Buffalo Sabres hosted the Florida Panthers for a 1 pm matinee game. The Sabres were looking to build on their win against the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night, whereas the Panthers were seeking to get back on track after losing their previous three games. Game Recap First Period The opening period started with Zach Benson taking a penalty nine seconds into it. The Panthers were able to exert some sustained pressure; however, the Sabres were able to get into some shooting lanes. Nevertheless, Carter Verhaeghe had a scoring chance from the left circle that Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon denied….

Florida Panthers Injuries Keep Piling Up
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The Florida Panthers are looking to become the first team since the early 1980s New York Islanders to win three straight Stanley Cups. They started their season 3-3-0 with their most recent loss coming against the New Jersey Devils by a score of 3-1 on Thursday night. The losses are looking bad, but it is still very early in the season. But there is one thing that is really keeping the team down, that being their infirmary. The injuries have piled up to a near-insurmountable level. Matthew Tkachuk This one in particular was known for a moment as it was…

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Panthers Take Down Senators 6-2
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The Florida Panthers won 6-2 on Saturday night over the Ottawa Senators. Brad Marchand, Evan Rodrigues, Aaron Ekblad, Anton Lundell, Mackie Samoskevich, and Sam Reinhart scored for the Panthers. Sergei Bobrovsky made 26 saves in the win. Related: Florida Panthers and the History of the Rats Shane Pinto scored the…

 

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Panthers FAQ

What year were the Florida Panthers founded?

The Florida Panthers were founded in 1993 by then-Blockbuster owner Wayne Huizenga.

When did the Florida Panthers play their first game?

The Panthers’ first game was played on Oct. 6, 1993, against the Chicago Blackhawks, which resulted in a 4-4 tie.

Who is the current head coach of the Florida Panthers?

Paul Maurice is the current head coach of the Florida Panthers.