Ekblad returns for Panthers against Sharks

Aaron Ekblad scores in return from injury in the Panthers’ 7-3 victory over the Sharks 7-2
Defenseman Aaron Ekblad had a goal and an assist in his return from an upper-body injury and the Florida Panthers routed the San Jose Sharks 7-2 on Saturday night.
NHL Buzz: Ekblad returns for Panthers against Sharks
Rantanen was acquired in a trade with the Colorado Avalanche on Friday for forwards Jack Drury and Martin Necas, along with a second-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft and a fourth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Hall was acquired from the Chicago Blackhawks for a third-round pick in the 2025 Draft.
Three takeaways: Impact of Aaron Ekblad's return, a blowout that nearly wasn't
Florida stumbled out of the gate on Saturday in San Jose, but once they snapped into form it was off to the races
Tkachuk has three-point night, Ekblad strong in return as Panthers pummel Sharks 7-2
The Panthers, who have won four of their last six, erased an early one-goal deficit with six unanswered goals to coast past the host San Jose Sharks.
PREVIEW: Ekblad set to return as Panthers visit Sharks
After missing each of the last seven games, top-pair defenseman Aaron Ekblad will return to the blue line for the Florida Panthers when they face-off against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center on Saturday.
Panthers' Aaron Ekblad: Good to go against Sharks
Good to go against Sharks
Aaron Ekblad Back For Panthers Saturday
Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad (upper body) is good to go for Saturday's game against the San Jose Sharks. After missing eight of the last nine games, Ekblad came through Friday's practice session without any issues.
INJURY: Ekblad rejoins Panthers at practice in San Jose
A crucial piece on the blue line, Ekblad, despite missing time due to his injury, still leads Florida’s defensemen in both assists (18) and points (20). He also ranks third in hits (59) and blocked shots (56), while averaging a team-leading 23:32 of ice time per contest.
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