Injuries prompt call-ups to fill Florida Panthers' void

With David Booth and Radek Dvorak out for an undetermined amount of time, the already-struggling Panthers are turning to some of their prospects for help.

FLYERS 5, PANTHERS 1

Florida Panthers, David Booth receive heavy blow in defeat

The Panthers took their lumps Saturday, losing the game and David Booth, who left the ice on a stretcher following a hard blow to the face from Flyers captain Mike Richards.

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Florida Panthers' David Booth likely out at least one week

David Booth is out of the hospital after sustaining a concussion, and the Panthers want to be sure his recovery process isn't too rigorous.

PENGUINS 3, PANTHERS 2 (SO)

Florida Panthers preempted by the Crosby Show

The Panthers wasted a 2-0 lead as Sidney Crosby had a power-play goal, a short-handed tally and the only goal of the shootout.

Florida Panthers' low-scoring offense makes each game a struggle

When the Buffalo Sabres scored two goals in the first two minutes of Wednesday's game, you could hear the collective groan from the fans inside BankAtlantic Center.

Jump-start measures fail Florida Panthers

Panthers coach Pete DeBoer tried several times to get his team back into the game in the 5-2 loss to Buffalo on Wednesday night, but the Panthers were unresponsive.

Bigger `Den of Honor' to replace demolished one

The Heat, Dolphins, Hurricanes and Marlins all have at least one spot in their stadiums where former players and past glories are honored.

The Panthers used to have such a space, but removed it over the summer. The team said it merely is a coincidence that there is advertising where the team's ``Den of Honor'' once sat. Team president Michael Yormark said a replacement is in the works.

Florida Panthers fall at home to Buffalo Sabres

Despite four days off, the Florida Panthers got down early and lost Wednesday to the Buffalo Sabres.

WEDNESDAY: SABRES AT PANTHERS

WEDNESDAY: SABRES AT PANTHERS

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: BankAtlantic Center, Sunrise.

Protection of goalies becomes a hot topic

There has been a lot of contact in the crease so far this season, and goalies have been paying a physical price.

Florida Panthers' Radek Dvorak is pleased he remained 'home'

It didn't take the Panthers much of a sell to bring Radek Dvorak back into the fold this past summer.

Why it took until July 1 for the two sides to agree to a new deal remains somewhat of a mystery. Dvorak said he always wanted to come back to the Panthers. Coach Pete DeBoer said re-signing Dvorak was a top priority in the offseason.

Clemmensen gets off to winning start

Scott Clemmensen wanted his first game as a member of the Panthers to be a successful one. For a team that had won just one of its first five games, just a victory would prove to be a successful start.

Fired-up coach gives Florida Panthers a boost against Flyers

The small camera placed near the ceiling of the Panthers locker room rarely offers much excitement.

During breaks, Fox Sports will show players milling around, sipping a cold drink or wrapping sticks.

PANTHERS 4, FLYERS 2

Radek Dvorak's shorthanded goal lifts Florida Panthers

Radek Dvorak scored while the Panthers were down a man -- his franchise-record 14th short-handed goal -- to lead Florida's victory.

Florida Panthers' special teams rebound from unimpressive start

The Panthers enjoyed moderate success last season despite struggling on the power play.

The team hadn't done well on special teams again this season, only this time, it had played a big part in the team's slow start.

DeBoer plans changes to halt slump

When the Panthers take the ice in Sunrise on Friday night, they will look a little different than they have so far this season.

After all, a team that wins just one of its first five games can expect some changes.

Florida Panthers' Dominic Moore finally gets clearance to practice

When Dominic Moore finally arrived at the Panthers training facility in Coral Springs on Wednesday morning, he was introduced to coach Pete DeBoer's dry humor.

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Plenty of blame available for Florida Panthers' slide

With four losses in their first five games, the Panthers are struggling in every facet of the game.

Florida Panthers' Pete DeBoer places emphasis on more of a team game

Since winning the season opener in Finland, the Panthers have lost three in a row by a combined score of 14-4. They are giving up 40.5 shots per game -- five more than the next-closest team. Their 23.8 shots are the NHL's second-lowest.

LIGHTNING 3, PANTHERS 2

Florida Panthers' losing streak hits four

The Panthers couldn't hold a second-period lead, and their 1-4-0 record matches the worst five-game start in franchise history.