In a 31-team NHL, the Florida Panthers entered this weekend ranked 22nd in farm system, 27th in power rankings (by Hockey News), 28th in the overall standings and 29th in attendance.
That’s not a pretty picture, but here’s a closer look at the state of the Panthers:
Farm System: The big hopes are forwards such as 2017 first-round pick Owen Tippett; 2016 second-round pick Adam Mascherin; 2014 second-round pick Jayce Hawryluk; and college star Henrik Borgstrom, who will likely turn pro this summer.
Tippett, 18, is a pure goal-scorer with the highest ceiling, but Hawryluk, 21, isn’t far behind.