Kendall Hyde

1 week ago | wptv.com | Kendall Hyde

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The Florida Panthers were back on the ice Tuesday for practice before heading to Raleigh for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals. The Panthers were unable to sweep the series Monday night, falling to the Carolina Hurricanes, 3-0. WATCH BELOW: Panthers look to 'execute faster' in Game 5 Panthers look to 'execute faster' in Game 5 against Hurricanes Going into Game 4, there was no team in the NHL hotter than the Panthers, who had won seven of their last eight games.

1 week ago | wptv.com | Kendall Hyde

SUNRISE, Fla. — The Florida Panthers' road to repeat as Stanley Cup champions could take a major step forward Monday night. But if they want to sweep the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals, they'll have to do it shorthanded. The Cats will be without Sam Reinhart, Niko Mikkola and A.J. Greer for Game 4 in Sunrise, but head coach Paul Maurice said it's an opportunity for more guys to shine. "We have players we're excited for.

2 weeks ago | wptv.com | Kendall Hyde

SUNRISE, Fla. — It's game day for the Florida Panthers, and they have their eyes set on defending their title as the Stanley Cup Champions. Ahead of the Eastern Conference Final, they prepare for their most formidable challenge yet, the Carolina Hurricanes. On Tuesday morning, players spoke to the media, and Carter Verhaeghe discussed what the team needs to focus on to solidify their win.

2 weeks ago | wptv.com | Kendall Hyde

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Five years ago, Gary Townsend was bored during COVID-19 and wanted to find fun activities in South Florida when he stumbled upon Panthers tickets. Now, Townsend is a Panthers fanatic who's front and center at every home game. Gary Townsend visited Florida for years, but six years ago, he decided to move from New Jersey to Palm Beach County. "I wanted to escape from the Northeast from the winters and the taxes," said Townsend.

3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Kendall Hyde

SUNRISE, Fla. — In less than 24 hours, the Florida Panthers will face a win-or-go-home Game 7 against the Toronto Maple Leafs—a moment that defines seasons and cements legacies. While any team would prefer to close out a series in four straight games, that hasn’t been the Panthers’ reality in a season filled with both highs and lows. From navigating a packed schedule to enduring injuries, Florida has learned to thrive under pressure.