The Florida Panthers earned an A+ grade in ESPN's 2025 NHL team report cards due to strong management by GM Bill Zito. Key players like D Jeff Petry and G Daniil Tarasov were added, while important assets from recent Stanley Cup runs were retained. Contracts for Sam Bennett and Aaron Ekblad signaled stability. Zito's moves, including replacing departing players and reinforcing depth, positioned Florida strongly for future competitions, aiming for a dynasty. The NHL also ratified a four-year Collective Bargaining Agreement that enhances the league's financial stability.
Florida Panthers received the only A+ grade in ESPN's 2025 NHL team report cards for their successful management under GM Bill Zito. Key player additions like D Jeff Petry and G Daniil Tarasov solidified the team's strengths while retaining crucial assets from previous Stanley Cup runs.
General manager Bill Zito effectively retained key players such as Sam Bennett and Aaron Ekblad while making strategic additions like Tarasov and Petry, ensuring Florida's competitiveness moving forward.
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