Panthers Trade Talks: Bobrovsky, Greer on Block

The Florida Panthers, recently crowned back-to-back Stanley Cup champions, are now facing a challenging season and may start trading players before the deadline. The team is currently last in the Atlantic Division, ten points out of a playoff spot, following a significant loss to the New Jersey Devils. General manager Bill Zito is reportedly open to offers for several pending unrestricted free agents, including goalie Sergei Bobrovsky and winger A.J. Greer. Bobrovsky, a two-time Vezina winner, has had a tough season with a 3.13 goals-against average and .873 save percentage in 43 games. Despite his recent struggles, he played a crucial role in the Panthers recent titles. Greer, on the other hand, has been a standout player, setting career highs with 11 goals and 11 assists in 61 games on his $850,000 deal. He brought grit to last years Cup team and could be an attractive option for teams looking to bolster their depth. Other free agents up for grabs include goalie Daniil Tarasov, center Tomas Nosek, defenseman Jeff Petry, and winger Cole Schwindt, all on one-year contracts. Trading Bobrovsky, however, presents a challenge due to his sixteen-team no-trade clause and $10 million cap hit. As the three p.m. Eastern deadline approaches on Friday, the Panthers are shifting from contenders to sellers, aiming to reshape their roster for next season.

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