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Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Teams Should Be All-In On Evan Rodrigues Trade As Panthers Face Cap Crunch
As the Florida Panthers look to shed $3.725 million before opening night, forward Evan Rodrigues has emerged as one of the most intriguing trade candidates on the market. With no trade protection and a team-friendly $3 million AAV through 2026-27, Rodrigues could be the perfect target for any team needing scoring depth, versatility and playoff experience.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
From The Archive: Top 50 Players Of All-Time: Nashville Predators
Feb 25, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (59) and Florida Panthers center Evan Rodrigues (17) battle for the puck during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
NHL Rumors: Florida Panthers Trading Evan Rodrigues Now Nearly Guaranteed?
Evan Rodrigues spent the first eight years of his NHL career searching for a championship and finally found success in the Sunshine State. In 2024 and 2025, Rodrigues helped lead the Florida Panthers to back-to-back Stanley Cup titles by providing stellar playoff performances. However, the 31-year-old center is now at risk of being dealt as Florida tries to navigate its cap situation. The Panthers re-signed Sam Bennett, Brad Marchand, and Aaron Ekblad before free agency. Leaving them $3,725,000 above the limit. With a $3,000,000 cap hit, Rodrigues has been the biggest player linked to a potential trade from the Panthers. According to Jeff Marek on Sekeres and Price, Rodrigues wants to stay in Florida, and the feeling is mutual. The Panthers want to keep him on the roster despite the salary cap issues. The problem is making the situation work, as Florida must be cap-compliant by the start of the 2025-'26 NHL season. Evan Rodrigues' days in Florida are numbered Rodrigues would help bridge the gap if he were traded, but it wouldn't be enough money going out. The Panthers could place an injured player, such as Matthew Tkachuk, on the Long-Term Injury Reserve list, but it would be delaying the inevitable. Unless Florida decides to move one of Tkachuck, Bennett, Marchand, Ekblad, Aleksander Barkov, Sam Reinhardt, or Carter Verhaeghe, there is no space for Rodrigues on the roster. None of those are likely to happen anytime soon, so it's easy to connect the dots on what is coming next. The Long-Term Injury Reserve list could be used to protect Rodrigues' spot in Florida, but it's not a long-term solution. The 31-year-old center seems likely to be traded, but it might not be something that occurs until the Headlines Former Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Champ LB Dead At 38 6 Game Changer Relievers the Mets Should Target Before Trade Deadline, Including Emmanuel Clase Last Stand: Five NFL Quarterbacks Fighting for Their Futures in 2025 Former Super Bowl Champ Discusses Battle With Anxiety During His NFL Career: 'Not a Game That I Played in That I Wasn't High'
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Florida Panthers facing salary cap crunch, Evan Rodrigues trade looms
Photo byThe Florida Panthers are entering the new NHL season with a significant challenge: their roster is over the salary cap, and a move must be made to regain compliance. According to multiple reports, including analysis from James Mirtle on The Leaf Report Podcast, forward Evan Rodrigues has emerged as the most likely candidate to be traded. The decision could come quickly as the team weighs options to preserve its core and maintain flexibility heading into training camp. Florida Panthers over the cap, Evan Rodrigues emerges as trade candidate Following an active offseason that saw the Panthers make substantial investments in veteran players and extensions, Florida now finds itself approximately $3 million above the NHL's salary cap ceiling. While the recent cap increase offered some relief, it wasn't enough to offset the club's aggressive spending and ambitious roster construction. Rodrigues, who signed with Florida on a multi-year deal, carries a cap hit of about $3 million per season. As a productive depth forward but not a core star, he is viewed internally and by league insiders as the most realistic trade piece. Moving his salary would bring the Panthers back under the cap without forcing them to break up their top lines or defensive pairings, which remain critical to their playoff aspirations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 60년 묵은 혈관 찌꺼기 ,,, '이것." 하나면 다른건 하지 않아도 됩니다! 면역력 Rg3의 비결 더 알아보기 Undo Other possible roster moves and the timing of a potential trade deal Although Rodrigues is the frontrunner in trade discussions, other players have been mentioned as possibilities, including Anton Lundell and Eetu Luostarinen. However, both younger forwards are considered important to the franchise's long-term plans, making them less likely to be moved or shopped aggressively. General manager Bill Zito is reportedly exploring trade scenarios with multiple teams who have cap space and playoff ambitions. With training camps approaching fast, the organization is under pressure to finalize a transaction soon. Analysts expect that any deal involving Rodrigues would likely bring back draft picks or low-salary prospects in return to balance the books without disrupting chemistry. The Florida Panthers' cap crunch is forcing tough decisions ahead of the new season. As speculation intensifies, Evan Rodrigues has become the leading candidate to depart in a cost-cutting move. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see when and where he is traded to help Florida achieve salary cap compliance while staying competitive. Also Read: Evgeny Kuznetsov turns goalie for a day and steals the show For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Associated Press
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Panthers can clinch a 2nd consecutive Stanley Cup championship by beating the Oilers in Game 6
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Panthers can win the Stanley Cup for the second year in a row by beating the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the final on Tuesday night. Their first chance to clinch the franchise's second championship comes at home after a dominant performance in Game 5 at Edmonton. 'It's a great opportunity,' forward Matthew Tkachuk said. 'Our fans have given us so much love and support and momentum this year that they deserve this type of game at home.' Since opening night of their title defense, the Panthers have won 32 of 50 games at their arena on the edge of the Everglades. Their NHL-record-tying success of winning 10 on the road this playoffs has allowed them the opportunity to close out the Oilers at home. 'We don't really try to think where we are, where we play, but obviously it's fun to be at home — have the home energy, have the home crowd, and be able to play in front of them,' center Anton Lundell said. 'I'm sure it's going to be a loud building, and we're looking forward to it.' Last year, they lost their first try on the road, then let two more slip away before finishing it off in Game 7. Players believe going through that steeled them for what is in front of them now. 'Everything we've kind of gone through, we just have more experience, so you get a little bit more comfortable in the situation,' forward Evan Rodrigues said. 'Whenever you can gain experience and feel like the moment's not bigger than it is, it helps and it helps the nerves and, yeah, you just go out and play your game.' That is captain Aleksander Barkov's thought process, eschewing the past for a focus on the present. 'Experience helps with that kind of stuff, but the most important thing is to stick with your game,' Barkov said. 'That's the thing. You don't need to change anything. You need to just be as good as possible. And that's been our whole mindset all playoffs: Every next game, you have to be a little better than the previous game.' ___ AP NHL playoffs: and
