Patrick Giles has been recalled from the AHL's Charlotte Checkers to join the Panthers' roster following the injury to Sasha Barkov. His call-up aligns with the team's need for depth, especially with Tomas Nosek placed on Long Term Injured Reserve. Giles carries the same $775,000 NHL salary as Nosek, allowing the Panthers to maintain salary cap flexibility. This move reflects the team's optimism regarding Barkov's injury, as placing him on LTIR would have indicated a more serious issue.
