The Panthers Podcast Network

For the first time in a long time, the Florida Panthers are no longer the reigning Stanley Cup champions. With a 3-0 win over the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday, the Carolina Hurricanes captured their second-ever Stanley Cup. On this episode of the Territory Talk podcast, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive share their thoughts on Carolina’s run to the Cup, how it relates to the Panthers and more. Plus, the duo breaks down Florida’s recent acquisition of defenseman Emil Pieniniemi from the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Highlights include:

• The Hurricanes win their second Cup (0:40)

• Recapping NHL Awards season. (25:45)

• Panthers acquire Pieniniemi from Pittsburgh. (32:30)

Aleksander Barkov and Anton Lundell just keep on winning.

Lighting it up on the international stage, the Florida Panthers’ dynamic duo helped lead Finland to gold at 2026 IIHF World Championship.

On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive discuss Barkov’s post-injury play and the performance of all Panthers at the tournament.

Plus, the duo also makes their picks for the Stanley Cup Final matchup between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes.

Highlights include:

• Barkov and Lundell win gold at World Championship. (2:50)

• Is Barkov the “most impactful” player in hockey? (8:15)

• Tkachuk, Vilmanis and Alscher also shine in Switzerland. (18:50)

• Vegas vs. Carolina – who’s winning the Stanley Cup? (28:30)

• Which players gets the biggest legacy bump with a Cup win this year? (38:30)

Sam Bennett joins the latest episode of Territory Talk to discuss his Conn Smythe injury, becoming a dad, intense poker battles on the team plane and more.

Anton Lundell joins the latest episode of Territory Talk to discuss stepping up in Aleksander Barkov's absence this past season, his goals for the World Championship, his plans for the summer and more!

He's back! Preparing to return to action at the upcoming IIHF World Championship, Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov joins the latest episode of Territory Talk to discuss his season-long rehab, his eagerness to get back to work, how he spent his time away from the rink and more.

The balls didn’t bounce in favor of the Florida Panthers. On the latest episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive talk through how the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery unfolded. With the Panthers ending up with the ninth pick, the duo dives into a few options the two-time Stanley Cup champions are now staring down. Plus, a look into the current state of the playoffs.

Highlights include:

• The Maple Leafs win the lottery. (3:00)

• The Panthers have plenty of options with ninth pick. (10:00)

• Checking in on the Stanley Cup Playoffs. (21:30)

Panthers defenseman talks offseason, booming slap shots and more on the latest podcast.

Paul Maurice joins Territory Talk to share his thoughts on the 2025-26 season, what the Panthers will need to do get back to their game next season and more. The Panthers head coach also shares his thoughts on how a taste of the NHL will help the organization's young prospects.

The quest for a third Stanley Cup is taking a brief pause. After having their season derailed by injuries, the Florida Panthers are heading into a long offseason with a chance to rest, recharge and get ready for another run. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive look back at the ups and downs of the season, make some predictions for this year’s playoffs and more. Plus, hear what Bill Zito and Paul Maurice had to say on exit day.

Highlights include:

• Panthers feel good heading into summer. (1:30)

• Hear from Zito and Maurice on exit day. (4:30)

• What will stick with us from this season? (16:00)

• Panthers guaranteed to keep top-10 protected pick. (32:00)

• A few Cats commit to the IIHF World Championship. (35:30)

• Doug and Jameson make their Cup picks. (39:30)

The Florida Panthers saw two prospects make their NHL debut in Ottawa on Thursday. On this episode of Territory Talk, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive share their thoughts on Marek Alscher and Ludvig Jansson’s first taste of NHL action. Plus, a look at the final three games of the regular season, where the Panthers stand in terms of the draft and more.

Highlights include:

• Adversity, injuries and playing for pride. (1:00)

• Marek Alscher and Ludvig Jansson make their NHL debut. (11:30)

• Alscher speaks after his big night in Ottawa. (17:15)

• What the final three games mean for the standings. (25:30)