Ekblad returns for Panthers against Sharks

NHL Buzz: Ekblad returns for Panthers against Sharks
Rantanen was acquired in a trade with the Colorado Avalanche on Friday for forwards Jack Drury and Martin Necas, along with a second-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft and a fourth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Hall was acquired from the Chicago Blackhawks for a third-round pick in the 2025 Draft.
How steady has Panthers’ defense pairing of Ekblad and Forsling been? A look at the numbers
For going on three seasons now, the Florida Panthers’ Gustav Forsling and Aaron Ekblad have consistently been one of the NHL’s top defense pairings. But getting to that consistently high level was a result of evolution by both players.
Panthers' Aaron Ekblad: One of each in return
One of each in return
‘It’s fun to be back’: Bjornfot stepping up for Panthers in Ekblad’s absence
“We’re still learning about him,” head coach Paul Maurice said of Bjornfot, who’s averaging 13:46 of ice time per game. “I can give you some of his characteristics, but I don’t know if I can truly define his game for you yet. That’s why it’s so important that he plays right now.” Taking a deeper dive, it’s the underlying numbers truly stand out.
Tkachuk has three-point night, Ekblad strong in return as Panthers pummel Sharks 7-2
The Panthers, who have won four of their last six, erased an early one-goal deficit with six unanswered goals to coast past the host San Jose Sharks.
Panthers' Aaron Ekblad: Returns to practice
Ekblad was on the top pairing during the practice session, which is a good sign that he's close to a return. If he can't play Saturday, the Panthers are in action again Sunday versus the Golden Knights.
Ekblad has 2 points in return, Panthers score 7 to cruise past Sharks
Cody Ceci and Will Smith scored for the Sharks (14-32-6), who have lost six straight and nine of ten. Alexandar Georgiev allowed four goals on 15 shots before being pulled early in the second period for Yaroslav Askarov, who stopped 14 of 17 shots in relief.
Aaron Ekblad scores in return from injury in the Panthers' 7-2 victory over the Sharks
Defenseman Aaron Ekblad had a goal and an assist in his return from an upper-body injury and the Florida Panthers routed the San Jose Sharks 7-2 on Saturday night
Three takeaways: Impact of Aaron Ekblad's return, a blowout that nearly wasn't
Florida stumbled out of the gate on Saturday in San Jose, but once they snapped into form it was off to the races
Paul Maurice 'pretty excited' about progress of Aaron Ekblad as defenseman nears return from injury
There is hope that the Panthers will get defenseman Aaron Ekblad back in the lineup at some point while they're out west.
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INJURY: Ekblad rejoins Panthers at practice in San Jose
A crucial piece on the blue line, Ekblad, despite missing time due to his injury, still leads Florida’s defensemen in both ...
Golden Knights open homestand with 4-1 victory over defending champion Panthers
Adin Hill made 32 saves, Tanner Pearson had his first game-winning goal of the season and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the ...
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Panthers’ Aaron Ekblad set to return following 7-game absence due to upper-body injury
The Florida Panthers are set to bolster their blue line with the return of defenseman Aaron Ekblad, who has missed the past ...
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Florida Panthers Defenseman Dmitry Kulikov Skates in 1,000th NHL Game Tonight vs. Los Angeles Kings
SUNRISE, Fla. – Florida Panthers defenseman Dmitry Kulikov is skating in his 1,000th National Hockey League regular season ...
Kings look to stop bleeding in visit to Panthers
The Florida Panthers and the Los Angeles Kings are both coming off losses heading into their game on Wednesday night in Sunrise, Fla.
‘That’s his baby’: Why Tanev should join Team Canada for 4 Nations Face-Off
Chris Tanev won’t be campaigning for the job opening with Team Canada but everyone else in the Leafs’ dressing room will be ...