Florida Panthers assistant coach injured by puck during preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
The Florida Panthers played their first preseason game against the Carolina Hurricanes on September 20, winning 6-3. During the match, assistant coach Tuomo Ruutu was hit by a deflected puck late in the game, resulting in approximately a dozen stitches. Despite the injury, Ruutu is reported to be fine, with Coach Paul Maurice confirming that he will face playful teasing from players. The Panthers have been fortunate with injuries so far, especially after leading the NHL last season in games lost to injury. They will play their next preseason game against the Hurricanes on September 23.
- •Panthers beat Hurricanes 6-3 in preseason opener.
- •Tuomo Ruutu received stitches after being hit by a puck.
- •Coach Paul Maurice confirms Ruutu is doing well.
- •Next game is scheduled for September 23 against the Hurricanes.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Florida Panthers Injury Update: Assistant Coach Hit by Puck, OK
"SUNRISE — The Florida Panthers came out of Sunday’s preseason opener without a serious injury although one of their assistant […]
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