Florida Panthers
· 2026-06-27
The Florida Panthers hosted a 2026 NHL Draft Watch Party at Baptist Health IcePlex, with fans filling the venue.
The event featured a panel of special guests, including Aaron Ekblad and Sam Reinhart, before the draft.
President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Bill Zito said it's always fun to celebrate the game with fans.
The team is gearing up for the new season, currently standing 14th in the Eastern Conference with a 40-38 record, on a W3 streak.
Fans were excited to see each other and support the team, with many attending the watch party.
The Florida Panthers will begin their preseason in under three months, with the first game scheduled for later this year.
Head coach Paul Maurice and play-by-play announcer Steve Goldstein were also in attendance at the watch party.
The team's preparations for the new season are underway, with the draft marking an important step.
And the fans are eager to see how the team will perform in the upcoming season.
But for now, they're enjoying the excitement of the draft and the prospect of a new season.
So the Florida Panthers are looking forward to a successful season, with the support of their fans.
The watch party was a great opportunity for fans to come together and celebrate their team.
With the draft complete, the team will now focus on preparing for the preseason.
The Florida Panthers are ready to take on the new season, with their fans behind them.