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Panthers Draft Six for Future
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The Florida Panthers loaded up at the 2026 NHL Draft with six new prospects, strategically targeting depth by selecting four forwards, one defenseman, and a goalie—all seen as future roster candidates. They snagged Swiss-Lithuanian forward Simas Ignatavicius in Round 2, OHL standout Ryder Cali, USHL defenseman Jonas Kemps, and forwards Vilho Vanhatalo (linked to captain Barkov) and Cole Zurawski. They capped it off with towering QMJHL goalie Louis-Antoine Denault, who’s already been to their development camp. This global, multi-league haul reflects their long-term vision: patiently building a pipeline of talent ready to rise to the NHL.
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