The Florida Panthers made a splash before the NHL trade deadline, acquiring Brad Marchand and Seth Jones. Here's where they stand as the playoffs approach.
Seth Jones was traded to the Florida Panthers by the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday for goalie Spencer Knight and a conditional first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Florida also received a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft.
Chicago retains $2.5 million of Jones’ $9.5 million contract per season.
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Before Jones even stepped onto the ice Monday night, Panthers fans showed their excitement, greeting the five-time All-Star with loud applause and a warm ovation when he was introduced in the starting lineup at Florida’s Amerant Bank Arena.
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