The Panthers roll a 3–1–0 week into tonight’s matchup with Carolina, coming off a gritty 3–2 win over the Kings and a statement 5–2 victory in Tampa. Florida briefly climbed back into a playoff spot, and the vibes are trending up as the schedule tightens. We’ve also got a key health update: Matthew Tkachuk is skating more regularly and says he’s no longer limited to every-other-day sessions!

Plus, we go deep on all things Winter Classic with NHL.com’s Nick Cotsonika. The ramp-up is real: the rink build is underway at loanDepot Park, and Nick walks us through the process! Also, the team announces two “Winter Classic Jersey Nights” back in Sunrise, and we run through the latest Fan Fest details you’ll want to know before the big event!