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Florida Panthers Prospect Ryder Cali Off To Strong Goal Scoring NCAA Start

Florida Panthers prospect Ryder Cali is an NCAA freshman, but his transition has been smooth, and he's off to a strong goal-scoring start.

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 9:29 PM
Florida Panthers Prospect Ryder Cali Off To Strong Goal Scoring NCAA Start
Key Things to Know
  • Florida Panthers draft pick Ryder Cali has scored four goals in his first six NCAA games with Providence College.
  • Cali was selected with the 48th overall pick by Florida in the 2026 NHL draft.
  • The 18-year-old forward previously scored 16 goals in 47 games for the OHL's North Bay Battalion.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Florida Panthers prospect Ryder Cali has enjoyed an impressive start to his NCAA career with Providence College, scoring four goals in his first six games to tie for the team lead. Selected 48th overall in the 2026 NHL draft, the 18-year-old center recently centered the Friars' top line alongside Logan Sawyer and Tanner Adams.

The 6-foot-2, 214-pound forward joined the NCAA after posting 16 goals in 47 games for the OHL's North Bay Battalion. Cali has excelled by using his physical frame on the forecheck and earning power-play time, creating potential consideration for Canada's World Junior team as Florida continues his development.

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