Panthers in contract years are thriving in playoffs. What it means for Florida's future
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As the Stanley Cup Final progresses, the Florida Panthers' focus remains on winning, despite key players Sam Bennett, Brad Marchand, and Aaron Ekblad nearing free agency. Coach Paul Maurice believes prioritizing personal contracts could lead to pressure-related failures. The team, leading the Finals 2-1, holds $19 million in cap space but has multiple significant players to re-sign after the postseason. This situation sets the stage for challenging decisions ahead as they balance immediate success with future team composition.
Coach Paul Maurice emphasized that players must focus on the game and not upcoming contracts to avoid susceptibility to failure in high-pressure situations.
The Florida Panthers are managing a significant cap space issue, with $19 million available but numerous key free agents to consider after the postseason.
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