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Anton Lundell • C • Panthers

Anton Lundell Good to Go Wednesday

Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell (illness) will be available for Wednesday's Olympic quarterfinal against Switzerland, Julian Gaudio of The Hockey News reports. The Finnish forward sat out the preliminary-round finale against Italy on Saturday due to illness. Lundell has recorded one goal, two shots, and a plus-two rating across two outings in Milan. On Wednesday, Lundell is expected to skate with his Panthers teammate Eetu Luostarinen and Kaapo Kakko of the Seattle Kraken. This has been a very effective line for Team Finland, as Luostarinen and Kakko share a team-high plus-five rating, and Kakko is also tied for the team lead in scoring with four points.

2 days ago

Anton Lundell • C • Panthers

Anton Lundell Battling Illness

Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell was unable to play for Team Finland on Saturday against Italy due to illness. He missed a historic game in which Finland set a new scoring record for an Olympic tournament featuring NHL players, winning 11-0. Montreal's Oliver Kapanen also didn't play for Finland, as he's Lundell's roommate at the tournament. With 40 points (16 goals, 24 assists) in 54 appearances, Lundell is having a career year in the NHL this season. He has recorded one goal in two outings at the Olympics. It's unclear whether Lundell and Kapanen will be cleared to rejoin the team for the next game.

5 days ago

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Good to Go for Olympic Opener

Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) is on track to play for Team Canada against Czechia at the Olympics on Thursday. The veteran forward practiced on Sunday, skating on a line with Nathan MacKinnon and Nick Suzuki on a stacked team. Marchand has been banged up this season and played in only five of the Panthers' final 15 games before the Olympic break. Florida has received great production from Marchand when he has been on the ice, as the 37-year-old has tallied 25 goals and 50 points in 46 outings. Marchand could also be a scoring machine for Canada if he sticks with MacKinnon.

Feb 9

Daniil Tarasov • G • Panthers

Daniil Tarasov Injured in Battle of Florida

Florida Panthers goaltender Daniil Tarasov (undisclosed) missed the end of Thursday's 6-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Russian netminder left the penalty-filled game with 6:09 played in the third period, right after the Lightning scored their fifth goal. It was a tough night for Tarasov, who allowed five goals on 25 shots. Sergei Bobrovsky, who started Wednesday's shootout win over Boston, stopped two shots in relief. Tarasov will be re-evaluated on Friday. Florida will return from the Olympic break with a back-to-back set on Feb. 26, and it will be important for the team to have Tarasov available. The 26-year-old holds an 8-8-2 record for the campaign and has allowed 2.83 goals with a .899 save percentage.

Feb 6

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand, Evan Rodrigues Among Panthers Absentees Thursday

Florida Panthers forwards Brad Marchand (undisclosed) and Evan Rodrigues (illness) won't be in action on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Doug Plagens of the Florida Panthers Radio Network reports. Marchand will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back after making a surprise return from a two-game absence in Wednesday's win over Boston. Rodrigues will come out of the lineup for the first time this season. Florida also won't have defensemen Aaron Ekblad (undisclosed) and Tobias Bjornfot (undisclosed) on Thursday. Luke Kunin, Jesper Boqvist, Donovan Sebrango, and Mikulas Hovorka will enter the lineup, with the latter making his NHL debut.

Feb 5

Sandis Vilmanis • LW • Panthers

Sandis Vilmanis Injured in Wednesday's Win

Florida Panthers left wing Sandis Vilmanis (upper body) left Wednesday's 5-4 shootout win over the Boston Bruins early, Adam Lichtenstein of the Sun Sentinel reports. The Latvian forward was limited to four shifts and 2:35 of ice time. Vilmanis has contributed two goals and two assists through his first 13 career games this season. He had three points in four games before Wednesday's contest. Given his early exit against Boston, Vilmanis should be considered questionable for Thursday's tilt against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Florida also lost defenseman Tobias Bjornfot (undisclosed) in Wednesday's game.

Feb 5

Sam Bennett • C • Panthers

Sam Bennett, Anton Lundell Available for Panthers Wednesday

Florida Panthers centers Sam Bennett (upper body) and Anton Lundell (upper body) are expected to play on Wednesday versus the Boston Bruins. This is a welcome boost for Florida's frontline, with Brad Marchand (lower body) still unavailable. Lundell has been out for three games, while Bennett exited Monday's loss to Buffalo early due to an upper-body injury. The two will operate as Florida's top-two centers. While Bennett has been playing well lately, notching 13 points (six goals, seven assists) in 16 appearances since the turn of the year, Lundell had been quiet. He boasts only five points (two goals, three assists) in 2026 and has finished scoreless in four of his last five appearances.

Feb 4

Sam Bennett • C • Panthers

Sam Bennett Exits Early Monday

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (upper body) played only a handful of minutes in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. He suffered an upper-body injury, and there was no update on Bennett after the game. The Panthers were already without Brad Marchand (undisclosed) and Anton Lundell (upper body) on Monday night. With the team lacking quality options up front, Sam Reinhart, Evan Rodrigues, Matthew Tkachuk, and Carter Verhaeghe all played heavy minutes in Monday's loss. While Brad Marchand (undisclosed) and Anton Lundell (upper body) could be available for Wednesday's game against Boston, it's unclear whether Bennett can play.

Feb 3

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand, Anton Lundell Remain Out Monday

Florida Panthers forwards Brad Marchand (undisclosed) and Anton Lundell (upper body) won't play on Monday against the Buffalo Sabres. Marchand will be out for a second consecutive game, while Lundell's absence will extend to three games. The two could return later this week when Florida has a back-to-back set against Boston and Tampa Bay. The injuries have benefited Eetu Luostarinen and Evan Rodrigues, who have moved to the first line. Both players also skate on the second power-play unit, giving them additional fantasy appeal.

Feb 2

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Suffers New Injury Blow

Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) missed the third period of Thursday's 5-4 loss to the St. Louis Blues. The veteran winger has been banged up all season, but he recently returned from a seven-game absence. Unfortunately, it looks like Marchand might land back on the shelf just four games after rejoining the lineup. When in action, Marchand has performed well, logging 50 points (25 goals, 25 assists) in 45 games. Ahead of Thursday's game, Florida had already lost Anton Lundell (upper body) from the third line. Lundell could be ready to return on Saturday against Winnipeg and replace Marchand in the lineup. Jesper Boqvist is another option.

Jan 30

Anton Lundell • C • Panthers

Anton Lundell Out Thursday

Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell (upper body) will skip Thursday's tilt against the St. Louis Blues. The Finnish forward suffered an upper-body injury in Tuesday's matchup against the Utah Mammoth. Initially, Panthers head coach Paul Maurice expected Lundell to be fine for Thursday's action, but he will miss at least one game due to the ailment. Lundell is considered day-to-day and could be back on the ice on Saturday against the Winnipeg Jets. Luke Kunin will replace Lundell in the lineup against Philadelphia, while Cole Schwindt will join Eetu Luostarinen and Brad Marchand on the third line.

Jan 29

Anton Lundell • C • Panthers

Anton Lundell Expected to Be Available Thursday

Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell (upper body) couldn't complete Tuesday's tilt versus the Utah Mammoth, but he is expected to play in Thursday's matchup against the St. Louis Blues. Lundell was on the receiving end of a big hit in the second period and didn't come out for the third due to an upper-body injury. "I think he's going to be fine," Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said postgame. With Aleksander Barkov (knee) unavailable, Lundell has played a vital role for the back-to-back champions this season. He has tallied 36 points (15 goals, 21 assists) in 52 appearances, ranking fifth in scoring on his team.

Jan 28

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Available Saturday

Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) was activated from Injured Reserve ahead of Saturday's tilt against the Minnesota Wild, Alex Baumgartner of Five Reasons Sports reports. The veteran forward has missed seven games due to an unspecified injury. Marchand has been great for the Panthers this season, scoring 23 goals and 46 points in 41 games. With Matthew Tkachuk also back in the lineup, Florida is looking much more dangerous up front. Marchand is expected to slot into a middle-six role upon his return and will join the top power-play unit.

Jan 24

Seth Jones • D • Panthers

Seth Jones to Miss Olympics

Florida Panthers defenseman Seth Jones (upper body) was replaced on Team USA's Olympic roster by Jackson LaCombe of the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday. Jones suffered an upper-body injury in the 2026 Winter Classic on Jan. 2, and the Panthers won't have him back until after the Olympics. Earlier this week, Florida moved Jones to long-term Injured Reserve. Jones has made an impact on both ends of the ice, recording 24 points (six goals, 18 assists), 78 shots, 47 blocks, and 38 hits in 40 appearances. With Jones out, Uvis Balinskis has been promoted to the first power-play unit, giving his fantasy value a big boost. The Latvian blue-liner had a three-game point streak last week, which included two power-play points.

Jan 22

Matthew Tkachuk • LW • Panthers

Matthew Tkachuk Set for Season Debut Monday

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (groin) will make his season debut on Monday night against the San Jose Sharks. The star forward has been cleared to play after recovering from offseason surgery. Florida will ease Tkachuk back into action on the third line. He will skate with Mackie Samoskevich and Evan Rodrigues. Tkachuk will also join the top power-play unit. While Tkachuk could be rusty in his first few games back, he has enough talent to make an immediate impact. On Monday night, Tkachuk and the Panthers go up against the NHL's third-weakest defense.

Jan 19

Matthew Tkachuk • LW • Panthers

Matthew Tkachuk "Close" to Season Debut

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (groin) could be available for his season debut next week. "He's close," Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said before Saturday's win over the Washington Capitals. "He's getting pushed hard on the ice. He's coming back. The recovery has been good. He hasn't felt at a hundred percent, but the last two days he pushed hard, came back, felt good. So, I don't think he's very far away now." Florida also hopes to see Brad Marchand (undisclosed) return soon. The veteran has been out for five games. "Neither one of those guys should be out very much longer," Maurice added. The Panthers return to action on Monday against the San Jose Sharks.

Jan 18

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Remains Out Friday

Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) will sit out a fourth straight game on Friday versus the Carolina Hurricanes. He exited the lineup last week after being banged up for a while. Considering he isn't ready to play on Friday night, it also appears unlikely that Marchand will feature in Saturday's contest against the Washington Capitals. Eetu Luostarinen, Anton Lundell, and Sam Reinhart will continue as the top trio for Florida, while A.J. Greer maintains a second-line role after scoring twice in Monday's 4-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres.

Jan 16

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Misses Third Straight Game

Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) will remain out on Monday against the Buffalo Sabres. The veteran star skated on Monday morning but will be unavailable for a third straight game. Matthew Tkachuk (groin) isn't quite ready to play either. However, Paul Maurice told reporters that both Marchand and Tkachuk would participate in Wednesday's practice. Getting the two back into the lineup would be huge for the Panthers, who have been slumping lately. A.J. Greer will continue in a second-line role on Monday, but he isn't worth adding to fantasy rosters.

Jan 12

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Misses Saturday's Game

Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) will remain sidelined on Saturday against the Ottawa Senators. The veteran forward was on the ice Saturday morning but will sit out his second consecutive game. With Marchand out of the lineup, the Panthers are without their top scorer. Marchand has registered 46 points (23 goals, 23 assists) in 41 games. Sandis Vilmanis will make his NHL debut on Saturday, while A.J. Greer will continue in a second-line role. Marchand's next opportunity to return will be on Monday when the Panthers face the Buffalo Sabres.

Jan 10

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Out Thursday

Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (undisclosed) won't play on Thursday against the Montreal Canadiens. Florida's top scorer didn't finish Tuesday's loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs and will miss at least one entire game. According to Panthers head coach Paul Maurice, Marchand has been banged up for a while. It's possible his absence won't be limited to Thursday night, but Maurice didn't rule Marchand out for Saturday's meeting with the Ottawa Senators. Jack Studnicka will get a chance to play against Montreal, while A.J. Greer is expected to start the game in the top six.

Jan 8

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