While a few new faces arrive, their youthful core remains intact. A new future hall of fame coach and all-star goalie highlight the additions this offseason, putting pressure on the franchise to start well early during the season and make a postseason appearance.
A less hyped addition to the team – although it’s hard to follow-up on an all-star goaltender and head coach – is the acquisition of Anton Stralman. A much-needed defensive defenseman added to a team that placed bottom ten in most defensive categories. The only defensive addition, but enough stir up questions as to how the Panthers’ top six will line up.