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    David Dwork
    David Dwork
    Jul 2, 2024, 20:20

    The Panthers begin their defense of the Stanley Cup on Oct. 8 against Boston

    The Panthers begin their defense of the Stanley Cup on Oct. 8 against Boston

    Despite last season still being extremely close when looking in the rearview mirror, the time to look ahead to 2024-25 is upon us.

    Over the past few days we’ve seen the NHL Draft take place and the start of free agency begin, so it’s only natural for the next step to be the new schedule for everyone to look forward to.

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    We learned on Monday that the Florida Panthers will open the season at Amerant Bank Arena on Oct. 8 against the Boston Bruins, a night that should be extremely special as the Panthers raise their first Stanley Cup Championship banner to the rafters.

    On Tuesday, the NHL released the full 24-25 schedule.

    You can check out the Panthers 82-game schedule below (all times local):

    Here are some of the highlights:

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    As for player returns to Sunrise:

    Nov. 27, Toronto: Oilver Ekman-Larsson and Anthony Stolarz

    Feb. 22, Seattle: Brandon Montour

    March 1, Calgary: Ryan Lomberg

    March 28, Utah: Kevin Stenlund

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