A towering presence in net, the Florida Panthers’ rookie goaltender is poised to face the Pittsburgh Penguins in his NHL debut, bringing an imposing physical advantage to the ice. Standing out among peers, his height and experience in elite junior leagues have drawn attention ahead of the high-stakes matchup. With the game set for Thursday evening, fans and analysts alike will be watching to see how he handles the pressure of his first career start. The clash promises to spotlight both his defensive skills and the Penguins’ offensive firepower in a nationally televised showdown.

PITTSBURGH – Cooper Black stands above the rest. Literally. Set to make his NHL debut against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET, the Florida Panthers goaltender will ...