SUNRISE, Fla. -- The Florida Panthers captured the Atlantic Division and racked up a franchise record 103 points last season, fueling the belief that the up-and-coming franchise could not only be consistently competitive, but also contend for a Stanley Cup.
In an effort to continue this upward trajectory, the organization entered the offseason with its sights set on making needed improvements – from minor to major – both on and off the ice. In the front office, Tom Rowe was promoted to general manager after serving as the associate general manager Dale Tallon, who was promoted to president of hockey operations.