
Florida Panthers News




Kulikov has cleared COVID-19 protocol and is eligible to make his Oilers' debut on Monday. Kulikov, who has just two assists in 38 games this season, is expected to replace Kris Russell and skate on the second pair with Adam Larsson.


Dalpe had played in eight straight games but has returned to Columbus to be with his wife for the birth of their child. Nathan Gerbe will replace him in the Blue Jackets' bottom-6.

Verhaeghe is set to miss his sixth straight game on Thursday and he's not expected to play until the Panthers' next homestand, which doesn't start until May 3rd. On Thursday, Patric Hornqvist will skate on the top line to be the latest player to replace Verhaeghe in that role.


Bjornfot has missed the last eight games with an undisclosed injury but will play Tuesday vs. the Ducks. Bjornfot has no goals and four assists in 19 games this season.





Bennett was acquired from Calgary on Monday and will make his Panthers debut tonight in Tampa. Bennett will centre the second line with Jonathan Huberdeau and Anthony Duclair on his wings. Bennett has 12 points (4G / 8A) in 38 games this season.





