The Panthers Podcast Network

Looking to pull even in the Eastern Conference Second Round, the Florida Panthers will battle against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday. In just about five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Despite scoring three goals in the third period, the Florida Panthers suffered a 5-4 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Second Round on Monday.

On this episode, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive reflect on what happened in Game 1, including a slow start, a strong late push and a lot of post-game controversy.

Highlights include:

• The Maple Leafs came out flying in Game 1. (2:00)

• William Nylander continues to bring it against Florida in the playoffs. (6:00)

• Game 1 wasn’t without controversy. (9:00)

• Hear from head coach Paul Maurice. (17:20)

• Looking ahead to Game 2 on Wednesday. (20:00)

Who’s ready for Round 2?

On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive preview what should be a thrilling second-round playoff series between the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs, including going over some interesting stats, lineup outlooks and much more.

Plus, Doug chats with Panthers defenseman Nate Schmidt.

Highlights include:

• Panthers, Maple Leafs poised for a juicy series. (1:30)

• Looking at how Toronto stacks up from top to bottom. (5:20)

• Bobrovsky vs. Stolarz. (9:00)

• Florida’s PK will need to stand tall again. (13:30)

• Doug catches up with Nate Schmidt. (24:20)

The defending Stanley Cup champions are moving on.

Making their fourth straight trip to Round 2, the Florida Panthers eliminated the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 6-3 win in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference First Round on Wednesday.

On this podcast, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive look back at how the Battle of Florida unfolded, the keys to winning the series and more.

Plus, hear postgame sound following Game 5 at Amalie Arena.

Highlights include:

• The pre-series prediction got it wrong. (1:30)

• The third line got the job done in Round 1. (5:00)

• The big players showed up for the Panthers. (13:00)

• Hear from Brad Marchand and Aleksander Barkov after Game 5. (17:00)

• The Panthers now wait for the winner of the Battle of Ontario. (23:30)

Their first chance to advance to Round 2 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Florida Panthers will battle the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference First Round at Amalie Arena on Wednesday. In just over five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

Well, that was one game that fans won’t soon forget.

Fresh off a come-from-behind win for the Florida Panthers over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference First Round, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive spend this episode discussing the incredible game, the state of the series and much more.

Plus, the duo also dives into how the rest of the playoff series in the NHL are shaping up.

Highlights include:

• The Panthers pull off a stunning comeback in Game 4. (1:30)

• Brad Marchand on the “belief” within Florida’s locker room. (5:00)

• Big hits are flying on both sides of the ice. (9:10)

• The penalty kill continues to fuel the Panthers. (15:45)

• Checking in on other playoff series around the NHL. (28:50)

The Florida Panthers will try to rebound from their first loss of the playoffs when they host the Tampa Bay Lightning for a rematch at Amerant Bank Arena on Monday. In five minutes or less, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

After cruising to a 6-2 win in Game 1, the Florida Panthers will look to grab a 2-0 series lead when they battle the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference First Round on Thursday at Amalie Arena at 6:30 p.m. ET. In fewer than five minutes, here's everything you need to know before puck drop.

The puck will finally drop in the Battle of Florida when the Florida Panthers take on the Tampa Lightning in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round at Amalie Arena on Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. ET. In just over five minutes, here's everything you need to know before the action gets underway.

The Battle of Florida is ready to get underway.

For the fourth time in the last five seasons, the Florida Panthers will face off against the cross-state rival Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

On this episode, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive discuss each team’s strengths, the possible X-factors within the series and more.

Plus, the duo also picks winners for each first-round series in the NHL.

Highlights include:

• The Battle of Florida is upon us. (1:30)

• Which team has the edge at each position? (8:25)

• What’s the X-Factor in the series? (27:00)

• Predicting other first-round series around the NHL. (31:45)