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We’ve reached Thanksgiving and the Florida Panthers are in a good spot. Following a 5-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs at Amerant Bank Arena on Wednesday, the Panthers enter the break sitting second in the Atlantic Division with a record of 13-9-1. Despite some ups and downs, they’re still exactly where every team wants to be. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive share their thoughts on the Panthers breaking out of their slump, storylines at the break and more. Highlights of the episode include: • The Panthers get back on track with win over Toronto. (0:45) • Assessing the state of things at Thanksgiving. (8:00) • The Panthers will have two tough tests against Carolina. (11:30) • It was good to see some familiar faces on Wednesday. (17:15)

The Florida Panthers will try to get back to their game and snap out of their skid when they host the Toronto Maple Leafs at Amerant Bank Arena on Wednesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will try to get back in the win column when they host the Washington Capitals at Amerant Bank Arena on Monday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will try to get back to playing their game when they return home to host the Colorado Avalanche at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday. In fewer than five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will look to make it two wins in a row against the league-leading Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday at Canada Life Centre. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

In a clash between two of the NHL’s best teams, the Florida Panthers will close out their homestand with a matchup against the league-leading Winnipeg Jets at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will have payback on their mind when they host the New Jersey Devils for a rematch at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Off to a scorching start, the Florida Panthers will attempt to stretch their winning streak to eight games when they battle the New Jersey Devils at Amerant Bank Arena on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will try to push their winning streak to a season-long seven games when they host the Philadelphia Flyers at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday. In just over five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

In the midst of his second season with the Florida Panthers, Uvis Balinskis joins this episode of Territory Talk to discuss is new role on the power play, how he spent his time in Finland at the Global Series, his adventure throughout the lineup and much more. Highlights of the episode include: • Balinskis talks Finland, sauna robes and more! (0:45) • Forward? Defense? Faceoffs? Balinskis will try anything. (5:45) • Balinskis’ first season in the NHL couldn’t have gone better. (10:40) • What’s it like signing 999 hockey cards? (13:00) • Balinskis is a big supporter of Movember. (15:40)

The Florida Panthers will try to stretch their winning streak to six games when they host the Nashville Predators at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers are the toast of Finland. After beating the Dallas Stars in both games at the 2024 Global Series in Tampere, they’re now heading back to South Florida sitting pretty in the standings at 9-3-1. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive discuss the Global Series, Aleksander Barkov’s greatness, their time in Finland and much more. Highlights of the episode include: • The Panthers sweep the Stars in Finland. (2:30) • These Cats can grind! (6:45) • Florida’s Finns shined during the Global Series. (10:15) • Hear from Aleksander Barkov. (13:45) • Taking a dip in the Baltic Sea; Reviews of Finnish foods. (19:25) • The Panthers couldn’t have asked for a better start. (27:20)

Taking the ice in his hometown of Tampere, Finland, captain Aleksander Barkov will lead the Florida Panthers against the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of the 2024 Global Series at Nokia Arena on Friday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

After missing eight games with a lower-body injury, Aleksander Barkov will return to the lineup when the Florida Panthers visit the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on Monday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know prior to puck drop.

Despite injuries, the Florida Panthers are feeling good through their first 10 games. After clawing back from an early deficit to secure a 6-3 win over the New York Islanders on Saturday, the Panthers improved to 6-3-1 and currently sit atop the Atlantic Division. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive take a look at the team’s early success right out of the gate, including more than a few milestones. Highlights of the episode include: • The Comeback Cats showed up on Long Island. (2:15) • “Doug Noir” recaps Saturday’s win over the Islanders. (4:30) • Mackie Samoskevich scores his first NHL goal. (12:20) • Paul Maurice and Sergei Bobrovsky’s recent milestones. (19:00) • Checking in on the NHL standings. (31:00)

The Florida Panthers will continue their road trip through the Empire State when the face off against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Set to meet for the first time since last year’s playoffs, the Florida Panthers will try to kick off their road trip with a win against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Thursday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Matthew Tkachuk will return to the lineup when the Florida Panthers close out their homestand against the Minnesota Wild at Amerant Bank Arena on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

he Florida Panthers will host the Vegas Golden Knights for a rematch for the 2023 Stanley Cup Final when the two clubs clash at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Even with a few massive pieces missing from their lineup, the Florida Panthers have managed to get off to a very respectable 3-2-1 start in their defense of the Stanley Cup. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive take a look at what’s gone right for the Panthers out of the gate. Plus, they also share their thoughts on some other noticeable starts – both good and bad – for other teams around the NHL. Highlights of the episode include: • The Panthers are getting by with key players missing. (0:45) • Anton Lundell has found another level. (4:00) • Sam Reinhart is on a roll! (10:05) • Is there still bad blood between Florida and Vegas? (14:30) • A look at some surprising starts around the NHL. (18:45)

After a four-game road trip, the Florida Panthers are finally back in town and will go head-to-head with the Vancouver Canucks at Amerant Bank on Thursday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will close out their first road trip of the season when they clash with the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will look to pick up their first road win of the season when they battle the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on Saturday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

After starting their season with a win on home ice, the Florida Panthers will kick off a four-game road swing with a battle against the Ottawa Senators at Canadian Tire Centre on Thursday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

It was a day of celebration in South Florida on Tuesday. In addition to raising their Stanley Cup banner, the Panthers opened the season with a win over the Boston Bruins and signed Carter Verhaeghe to a big eight-year extension. All that and more is covered on this episode of Territory Talk. Highlights of the episode include: • The Panthers get right back to work against Boston. (1:00) • Hear from Sam Bennett after the Home Opener. (8:55) • Taking a look at some national preseason predictions. (15:00) • Swaggy is sticking around in South Florida for a long time: (20:15)

Kicking off their defense of the Stanley Cup, the Florida Panthers will celebrate Opening Night with a big matchup against the Boston Bruins at Amerant Bank Arena on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

It’s time for the champs to defend their crown. With the preseason now in the books, ESPN’s Kristen Shilton joins this episode of Territory Talk to preview what should be another exciting campaign in South Florida. In addition to sharing her thoughts on what it’s going to take for the Panthers to run it back, Shilton also reflects on the time she spent covering the team’s run to the Cup. Plus, everyone makes a point prediction. Highlights of the episode include: • Shilton reflects on her time covering the Panthers during their Cup run. (1:30) • What’s it going to take for the Panthers to repeat? Shilton weighs in. (12:40) • Who can challenge the Panthers in the Atlantic Division? (16:30) • It’s time to make some points predictions! (24:20)

The Florida Panthers are starting to ramp things up. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive share their thoughts on the first few days of training camp for the defending Stanley Cup champions. From lineup information to injury updates, there’s been no shortage of news thus far. Plus, hear what Anton Lundell had to say after Tuesday’s practice. Highlights of the episode include: • The Cats are back … and hungry! (1:15) • Looking at potential lines and pairings (8:00) • Lundell talks getting stronger, taking on new challenges and more. (14:00) • Panthers, Lightning set to clash in Orlando. (27:45)

Wrapping up their preseason preview of the Atlantic Division, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive spend this episode of Territory Talk discussing the possible outlooks for the Detroit Red Wings, Buffalo Sabres, Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens. Highlights of the episode include: • The 2024-25 season is fast approaching! (1:00) • Who’s feeling the most pressure in the Atlantic Division. (7:00) • Will the Red Wings take a step back? (11:30) • Will the Sabres see their young talent take a step? (19:10) • Can the Senators finally crack the playoffs? (28:30) • The Canadiens keep making strides. (36:00) • All the best to Nick Cousins and Steven Lorentz. (46:00)

Anton Lundell joins this episode of Territory Talk! From reflecting on winning the Stanley Cup to how he's been spending his celebratory summer, the young Finn touches on a variety of different topics with Doug and Jameson.

With the 2024-25 season fast approaching, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive spend this episode of Territory Talk looking at how the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers currently stack up against the other top teams in the Atlantic Division. Highlights of the episode include: • The Stanley Cup makes a few more stops. (4:00) • The Panthers looked poised for another run. (12:30) • The Bruins should benefit from offseason additions. (23:50) • Did the Maple Leafs do enough to take a step? (32:00) • The new-look Lightning should still be formidable. (41:45)

Matthew Tkachuk has made more headlines than most this summer. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive discuss Tkachuk’s rising stardom both within and outside of the normal circles of the NHL. Plus, they also look ahead to a few potential big years of growth for the league. Highlights of the episode include: • The Stanley Cup continues to travel the world with the Panthers. (2:15) • Matthew Tkachuk is becoming one of the faces of the NHL. (11:45) • Looking at some of the other most-interesting stars around the NHL. (23:00)

With nearly a month having passed since the Florida Panthers captured their first-ever Stanley Cup, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive spend this episode of Territory Talk looking down the road and up into the rafters for several of the team’s key players. No matter what, both agree that a few numbers will certainly be retired at some point. Highlights of the episode include: • South Florida is still buzzing a month after the Stanley Cup. (2:00) • Which Panthers are on track to have their jersey number retired? (9:45). • The jersey numbers that don’t get used much in South Florida. (108:00).

A new addition to the blue line in South Florida, veteran defenseman Nate Schmidt joins this episode of Territory Talk to chat about his decision to sign with the Panthers, his relationship with head coach Paul Maurice and more.

On this episode of the Territory Talk podcast, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive dive deeper into some of the team’s recent moves, including the signing of veteran defenseman Nate Schmidt and the six-year extension for Anton Lundell. Highlights of the episode include: • The Panthers re-stock their roster heading into 2024-25. (2:00) • Nate Schmidt will be a steady player on the blue line in South Florida. (8:45) • Panthers ink Anton Lundell to a six-year contract extension. (19:20) • Looking at other teams that improved during free agency. (25:00)

Just two days after signing with the Florida Panthers as a free agent, forward Jesper Boqvist joins this episode of Territory Talk to discuss his decision to join the defending Stanley Cup champions, what it's like to play against the Panthers and more.

From saying goodbye to old friends and welcoming new ones, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive spend this episode of Territory Talk breaking down a very busy day for the Florida Panthers on the NHL’s annual opening day of free agency on Monday. Highlights of the episode include: • Fans, players get soaked and celebrate during amazing parade. (1:20) • Saying goodbye to a few Stanley Cup champions. (6:50) • Panthers lock up Sam Reinhart with an eight-year extension. (12:20) • Dmitry Kulikov finds a home – again – with the Panthers. (17:30) • The Panthers added a pair of key depth forwards. (19:50) • There’s still deals to be made after Day 1 of free agency. (24:45)

The Florida Panthers have sunk their claws into the Stanley Cup! On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive look back at the team’s incredible run to its first-ever championship, debate who should’ve won the Conn Smythe Trophy and peer into the future for both the Panthers and Oilers. Plus, hear on-ice reactions from several Panthers shortly after they hoisted the Cup. Highlights of the episode include: • The Panthers finally capture the Stanley Cup. (1:00) • Hear reactions from Panthers players after winning the Cup. (12:50) • Has a team ever had a tougher path to the Stanley Cup? (19:50) • Did voters get it right or wrong with the Conn Smythe? (25:30) • What does the future hold for the Panthers and Oilers? (36:15) • No time to rest, the NHL Draft is here! (49:10)

Despite their lead in the Stanley Cup Final going from 3-0 to 3-2, the Florida Panthers are ready to take another shot at eliminating the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 at Rogers Place on Friday. In less than five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Leading 3-0 in the Stanley Cup Final, the Florida Panthers can sweep their way to their first-ever Stanley Cup when they face the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 at Rogers Place on Saturday. In a little more than five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Football and hockey collide on this episode of Territory Talk. Miami Dolphins quarterback Mike White, a longtime fan of the Florida Panthers, sits down with co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive to talk about the Stanley Cup Final, the growing fandom for the Cats in Miami’s locker room and much more. White also talks memes, growing up in South Florida and plans for Game 4.

The Florida Panthers will try to take a commanding 3-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final when they face the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 at Rogers Place on Thursday. In just over five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers took care of business in Sunrise. After winning the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena, they’ll now head to Edmonton for Games 3 and 4 against the Oilers at Rogers Place. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive dive into some storylines from Games 1 and 2, including a big breakout from Evan Rodrigues. Highlights of the episode include: • The Panthers are in control heading to Edmonton. (1:20) • Depth continues to be key for the Panthers. (8:15) • Evan Rodrigues shines bright on the biggest stage. (13:30) • Injury updates following a nasty Game 2 in Sunrise. (19:15) • What are the positives and negatives for the extra day off? (24:00)

With a chance to race out to a 2-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final, the Florida Panthers will host the Edmonton Oilers for Game 2 at Amerant Bank Arena on Monday. In just about five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Emily Kaplan from ESPN joins this episode of the Territory Talk podcast to share her thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers, including identifying a few X-factors for each side and the buzz around the matchup. Highlights of the episode include: • What impresses Kaplan most about the Panthers? (1:30) • Which non-superstars could be X-factors for Florida? (2:50) • Where can the Panthers gain an edge against the Oilers? (6:20) • Kaplan talks about her own journey to the Stanley Cup Final. (9:30) • The Panthers will win the Stanley Cup if [blank]. (12:00)

Kyle Bukauskus, rinkside host on Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada, joins this episode of Territory Talk to share his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers, which will kick off on Saturday in Sunrise. Highlights of the episode include: • Bukauskus on how the Oilers got past the Dallas Stars. (1:30) • The Panthers and Oilers both have no shortage of elite players. (3:45) • The Oilers seem to have a deeper team than in year’s past. (6:30) • Will Canada unite in support of the Oilers? (11:45) • Bukauskus on the keys to winning the Cup for the Panthers. (13:50)

The Florida Panthers are heading back to the Stanley Cup Final! On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Oliver look back at the Eastern Conference Final against the New York Rangers and also share their initial thoughts on what should be a great battle for the Cup with the Edmonton Oilers. Plus, hear what Matthew Tkachuk had to say about back-to-back trips to the Final. Highlights of the episode include: • The Stanley Cup Final is set! (1:00) • Matthew Tkachuk talks about getting back to the Big Dance. (4:15) • How did the Panthers shut down the Rangers? (8:15) • Initial thoughts on Panthers vs. Oilers. (18:45)

With a chance to return to the Stanley Cup Final for the second consecutive season and the third time in franchise history, the Florida Panthers will try to close out the New York Rangers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Final at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday. In roughly five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

With the Eastern Conference Final tied 2-2, the Florida Panthers will try to gain an edge when they visit the New York Rangers for Game 5 at Madison Square Garden on Thursday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The Florida Panthers will try to get the Eastern Conference Final back to even when they host the New York Rangers for Game 4 at Amerant Bank Arena on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.