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" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "On Monday night, Barkov and his teammates, along with coaches, front office executives and other staff members, all received their Stanley Cup Championship rings during a private ceremony in Fort Lauderdale. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The event was initially slated to be held at Amerant Bank Arena and open to fans, but the looming threat from Hurricane Milton led to the Panthers shifting their plans. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "With a summer of rejoicing and partying in their collective rearview mirrors, championship rings on their fingers and a banner being raised above the ice, it’s truly time for Barkov and the Panthers to look ahead to the upcoming season. 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Florida Panthers to raise Stanley Cup banner, face Boston Bruins on Opening Night