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Florida Panthers prepare for free agency with goalie positions to fill

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Florida Panthers prepare for free agency with goalie positions to fill

Summary

The Florida Panthers are gearing up for NHL free agency ahead of training camp, with general manager Bill Zito confirming that players are expected to return healthy. After a challenging previous season with numerous injuries, key players like Sasha Barkov and Aaron Ekblad are fully recovered. However, the Panthers currently have no goalies under contract with NHL experience, creating significant needs as free agency opens on July 1. Zito noted that salary cap adjustments will be necessary to address these gaps, particularly as the team has to negotiate contracts with restricted free agents Cole Schwindt and Donovan Sebrango, which could further impact available funds.

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By the Numbers

•Bill Zito expects a healthy roster for training camp.
•Sasha Barkov and Anton Lundell excelled at the World Championship.
•Florida has no goalies with NHL experience signed.
•Free agency opens July 1, with work still needed.
•Panthers have approximately $5.8 million in salary cap space.

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11:00 AMYahoo Sports — NHL Free Agency: Aside from Goalies, Florida Panthers Roster Pretty Set. But Work Remains

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