Duclair signs three-year contract to stay with Panthers

Anthony Duclair signed a three-year contract with the Florida Panthers on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed. The 25-year-old forward could have become a restricted free agent July 28. He scored 32 points (10 goals, 22 assists) in 43 regular-season … Continue reading

Yandle bought out by Panthers, had two seasons remaining on contract

Keith Yandle had the final two seasons of his contract bought out by the Florida Panthers on Thursday. The 34-year-old defenseman will become an unrestricted free agent and can sign with any team when NHL free agency begins July 28. … Continue reading

Checkers find familiar partner in Kraken’s Francis

A familiar face in a new role means more help for the Charlotte Checkers this fall. The expansion Seattle Kraken will partner with the Florida Panthers to place their prospects with Charlotte for the 2021-22 season in an agreement announced … Continue reading

Panthers, Kraken agree to share AHL Charlotte affiliation

CHARLOTTE, NC – The NHL’s Seattle Kraken and Florida Panthers today announced that they have entered into a joint agreement to place their prospects in Charlotte for the 2021-22 season. As part of the agreement, the Checkers will simultaneously host … Continue reading