Vitek Vanecek has been traded from the San Jose Sharks to the Florida Panthers in exchange for Patrick Giles. This move is significant as it marks Vanecek's fourth trade in five NHL seasons. Previously acquired from the New Jersey Devils, Vanecek struggled with a record of 3-10-3 and disappointing save statistics. Meanwhile, the Panthers require a backup for Sergei Bobrovsky after trading Spencer Knight. The Sharks did not retain any of Vanecek's $3.4 million cap hit, and he is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer.
Vitek Vanecek has been traded to the Florida Panthers, marking the fourth trade of his five-year NHL career, as he previously struggled with the San Jose Sharks.
The Panthers sought a backup goalie after trading Spencer Knight, leaving them with Vanecek to support starter Sergei Bobrovsky.
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