When Sergei Bobrovsky left the Blue Jackets in 2019 to sign with the Florida Panthers, many figured that seven-year contract was basically a five-year deal. By the way the contract was written, a lot of the money paid to Bobrovsky would be paid off in the first five years.

Nobody likes to lose, but compared to its effort in Tampa on Thursday, the Utah Hockey Club is happy about the result against the Florida Panthers on Friday. Utah HC fell 2-1 to the defending Stanley Cup champions but got a point since the road loss came in overtime.

It’s great to get the win and be part of that with the guys. They compete so hard here, and it’s just nice to get out there and feel like you’re part of it.’

Panthers acquire star left wing Brad Marchand from Bruins in effort to bolster lineup prior to start of playoffs

Aleksander Barkov scored a power-play goal 29 seconds into overtime and Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 25 shots for his 49th career shutout to lead the Florida Panthers to a 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets.

And the process goes out the window if Panthers goalie Sergei Bobrovsky is “sour ... Graham reported from Denver and Whyno from Manalapan, Florida. AP freelance writer Scott Charles ...