The Florida Panthers strengthened their roster by acquiring defenseman Seth Jones from the Chicago Blackhawks in a trade involving goaltender Spencer Knight and a conditional draft pick. Jones has expressed frustrations over the Blackhawks' lack of progress, emphasizing that the team has regressed rather than improved. Now in his third year of an eight-year contract, Jones comes with a hefty salary cap hit, but the Panthers believe he can provide leadership and stability as they aim for a Stanley Cup run. His experience with previously rebuilding teams may serve him well as he transitions to a contender.
"We're the exact same team right now as we were Game 1. It's pretty evident out there. We haven't made any strides to be a better, more simple hockey team, and it shows."
"This has been almost four years of bottom of the league. So, it's not just this year for me, at least."
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