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Florida Panthers Power Play Has Been On Fire After Starting Season Ice Cold

After a dismal 1-for-28 start, the Cats have ignited for a 15-for-38 stretch. Discover how roster stability and Seth Jones’ blue-line dominance sparked this elite offensive turnaround.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 6:15 PM
Florida Panthers Power Play Has Been On Fire After Starting Season Ice Cold
Key Things to Know
  • Florida's power play has surged to 15-for-38 after opening the season with a 1-for-28 slump.
  • The Panthers' power play conversion rate has risen to 24.2 percent, ranking eleventh in the NHL.
  • Defenseman Seth Jones is tied with Matthew Tkachuk for the team lead with 11 power-play points.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Florida Panthers have dramatically turned around their power play, converting 15 of their last 38 opportunities after starting the season 1-for-28. The resurgence has elevated Florida's power play success rate to 24.2 percent, ranking eleventh across the NHL, following recent multigoal outings on the man advantage against the Buffalo Sabres, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Winnipeg Jets.

Head coach Paul Maurice credited assistant coach Jamie Kompon's structural adjustments after early-season injuries to Sasha Barkov and Brad Marchand. Defenseman Seth Jones has served as a primary catalyst, tallying 11 power-play points to share the team lead with Matthew Tkachuk.

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