Florida Panthers address multiple injuries as season begins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
The Florida Panthers are dealing with injuries early in the 2026 NHL season, losing Sasha Barkov for 6-8 weeks due to a knee injury and Brad Marchand, who is being evaluated for a potential left knee issue. The Panthers went 2-0-2 on their opening road trip but are focused on overcoming the challenges injuries posed last season, where they lost a franchise-record 540 man-games. Players like Matthew Tkachuk and Seth Jones emphasize the team's depth and resolve in facing adversity. The Panthers' next game is against the Minnesota Wild on Saturday at their home opener.
- •Barkov is out for 6-8 weeks with a knee injury.
- •Marchand left Tuesday's game with a left knee injury.
- •The Panthers went 2-0-2 on their season-opening road trip.
- •Last season, Florida suffered 540 man-games lost due to injuries.
- •Next game is against the Minnesota Wild on Saturday.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Florida Panthers Say They Will Fight Through Rash of Injuries
"The Florida Panthers do not want a repeat of last season when it comes to injuries. No, Florida missed the […]
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