With the NHL's trade deadline in the rearview, the Panthers are now locked in and ready to make their final push towards the postseason. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive take a look at each of the team’s newest additions, including Brandon Montour and Sam Bennett. Plus, Baptist Health’s Dr. Gautam Yagnik stops by to talk about an unusual season and his history with the Panthers. As a reminder, the Panthers will hold “Wear a Mask Night” presented by Baptist Health on April 19, with all fans in attendance receiving a co-branded Panthers-Baptist Health mask.Highlights of the episode include:The Panthers load up on depth prior to the trade deadline. (2:30)Hear from general manager Bill Zito following Monday’s deadline. (5:40)Brandon Montour talks about joining a playoff push with the Panthers. (15:30)A proven playoff performer, Sam Bennet is pumped to be heading to Florida. (24:30)Baptist Health’s Dr. Gautam Yagnik joins the show! (36:45)Heading into the home stretch, the battle for first place is heating up. (47:00)

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Territory Talk: Trade Deadline Reactions; Baptist Health’s Dr. Yagnik

After sitting out the last six games with an upper-body injury, Anthony Duclair will return to the lineup when the Panthers battle the Stars at American Airlines Center on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup. 

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers at Stars - April 13, 2021

With the playoff race heating up, the top spot in the Central Division will be on the line when the Panthers close out their two-game series with the Hurricanes at PNC Arena on Thursday night. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers at Hurricanes - April 8, 2021

With more than 500 NHL games under his belt, Sergei Bobrovsky joins this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast to discuss his latest milestone and how he first got started as a goaltender in Russia. Plus, the two-time Vezina Trophy winner also reflects on his career as a whole and shares his excitement for an upcoming safari in Tanzania. Also, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive break down Aleksander Barkov’s hot return following an injury and share their thoughts on the play of rookie blueliner Matt Kiersted through three games.Highlights of the episode include:The Panthers and Hurricanes continue their tight season series. (1:45)Barkov’s playing better than ever since returning from injury. (5:30)Fresh out of college, Kiersted impresses during his NHL debut. (8:20)Bobrovsky joins the show to talk milestones, animals and more! (17:40)From his debut up until now, Bobrovsky reflects on his career. (25:35)

Territory Talk: Bobrovsky Talks Career Path, Milestones & More!

Sitting in first place in the Central Division, the Panthers will attempt to extend their season-long winning streak to seven games when they kick off a six-game road trip against the Hurricanes at PNC Arena on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers at Hurricanes - April 6, 2021

The Panthers will look to extend their season-long winning streak to six games when they wrap up a back-to-back set with the Blue Jackets on Sunday at BB&T Center. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers vs. Blue Jackets - April 4, 2021

With the Panthers looking to extend their winning streak to a season-long five games, Aleksander Barkov and Patric Hornqvist will both return to the lineup as the team kicks off a two-game series with the Blue Jackets at BB&T Center on Saturday. Plus, just a few days after signing his entry-level contract, rookie defenseman Matt Kiersted is expected to make his NHL debut. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers vs. Blue Jackets - April 3, 2021

With a chance to extend their winning streak to four games, red-hot forward Carter Verhaeghe will lead the Panthers into action against the Red Wings at BB&T Center on Thursday night. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers vs. Red Wings - April 1, 2021

With the Panthers chasing a division crown as the final month of the season approaches, Florida Hockey Now’s George Richards joins this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast to discuss the team’s resiliency, depth and outlook for the postseason. Plus, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive take some time to break down Carter Verhaeghe’s breakout season and Florida’s recent signing of top goaltending prospect Spencer Knight.Highlights of the episode include:Panthers riding a three-game winning streak despite dealing with injuries. (1:30)Florida Hockey Now’s George Richards joins the show! (9:40)Richards talks about MacKenzie Weegar’s evolution into a top-pairing defenseman. (16:15)Are the Panthers finally going to face the Lightning in the playoffs? (23:40)Can we please talk about Carter Verhaeghe? (27:45)The Panthers ink Spencer Knight to an entry-level contract. (34:20)

Territory Talk: George Richards Talks Verhaeghe, Resiliency & More!

With Aaron Ekblad expected to miss 12 weeks after undergoing successful surgery on Monday, Gustav Forsling will move into his spot on the blue line alongside MacKenzie Weegar when the Panthers open up a two-game series with the Red Wings at BB&T Center on Tuesday. From interviews to lineup notes, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup in five minutes or less.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers vs. Red Wings - March 30, 2021

Coming off a wild 4-3 win in overtime on Saturday, the Panthers will look to pick up another big two points when they wrap up a back-to-back set with the Stars on Sunday at American Airlines Center. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers at Stars - March 28, 2021

With Aleksander Barkov and Patric Hornqvist out of the lineup due to injury, the Panthers will look to snap out of a three-game losing streak when they kick off a back-to-back set with the Stars at American Airlines Center on Saturday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers at Stars - March 27, 2021

With captain Aleksander Barkov nursing an injury and out of the lineup, the Panthers will look to come together and produce a strong effort against the Blackhawks on Thursday night at United Center. With puck drop scheduled for 8 p.m. ET, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup in five minutes or less.

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers at Blackhawks - March 25, 2021

A huge pre-season addition by way of the waiver wire, defenseman Gustav Forsling joins this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast to discuss his transition to South Florida, his confident play on the ice, what drew him to hockey as a kid in Sweden and more! Plus, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive provide an update on Cats captain Aleksander Barkov and make a few new predictions for the final three games of the team's road trip.Highlights of the episode include:Update on Barkov’s status following Wednesday’s practice. (2:00)Fresh off the ice from practice in Chicago, Forsling joins the show! (11:20)Forsling talks about first getting into hockey back home in Sweden. (18:15)Doug and Jameson make some new road trip predictions. (27:50)

Territory Talk: Forsling Finding a Home with the Panthers

The Panthers will look to improve to 10-0-1 after losses and 5-0-0 against the Blackhawks this season when they kick off a two-game series at United Center on Tuesday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know heading into the matchup. 

5-Minute Morning Skate: Panthers at Blackhawks - March 23, 2021

Each week, Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive will delve into the storylines surrounding the team and give fans an insight of the news and scores of your favorite Cats. What do players do on their off days? Who is the funniest guy on the team? Where are the best places to spend time in South Florida away from the rink? The hosts will answer these questions and more, and will be joined each week by a special guest, ranging from players to team executives to media and other staff members who strive to make the Panthers a household name in the Florida hockey community.

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