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Florida Panthers bring back goaltender Jacob Markstrom in a trade with the Devils
By Stephen Whyno, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
The Florida Panthers traded for their second goaltender in as many days, acquiring Jacob Markstrom in a deal with the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday that all but certainly signals the end of Sergei Bobrovsky's storied run in South Florida.The Panthers sent Evan Rodrigues, Jesper Boqvist and the rig...
Key takeaway Florida got goalie Akira Schmid from Vegas on Monday night for a 2028 third-round pick.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The Florida Panthers' acquisition of Jacob Markstrom has significant implications for the team's roster and salary cap. With Markstrom's two-year contract carrying an annual salary cap hit of $6 million, the Panthers have shed Evan Rodrigues' salary of just over $3 million, which will help them manage their cap space. This move also clears the way for the team to potentially re-sign other key players or make further additions to their roster. The trade also marks the end of Sergei Bobrovsky's time in South Florida, and his expected departure in free agency will be closely watched by Panthers fans. As the team looks to build on their recent success, including back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 2024 and 2025, the addition of Markstrom and his veteran leadership will be crucial in shaping the team's future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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