SUNRISE (CBSMiami/AP) — The Florida Panthers lost the final game of their latest playoff-less season on Saturday night, then dropped the hammer on head coach Bob Boughner just 12 hours later.
The Panthers announced Sunday morning that Boughner had been relieved of duties after two seasons with the team.
Also gone from the Panthers is assistant coach John McFarland.
“We made a tough decision today and have relieved Bob Boughner of his duties as head coach,” said Panthes President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Dale Tallon. “We didn’t meet expectations this season and share responsibility for that fact.