The Florida Panthers, defending Stanley Cup Champions, face a challenging season ahead as they aim for back-to-back titles. With key players like Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Brandon Montour gone, the team relies on core members such as Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov to step up.

Head coach Paul Maurice emphasizes the importance of accepting adversity, especially with Barkov sidelined due to injury. The Panthers must remain competitive and not let their recent success inflate their egos, as they prepare for a physically demanding season.