"Florida Panthers Bolster Minor League Ties with Savannah Ghost Pirates In a move aimed at strengthening their pipeline to the NHL, the Florida Panthers have extended their affiliation with the Savannah Ghost Pirates of the ECHL for an additional three years. The partnership, set to run through the 2028-29 season, will provide the Panthers with a steady supply of talented young players and give the Ghost Pirates access to the resources and expertise of one of the NHL's top franchises. With this extension, the Panthers continue to solidify their commitment to developing the next generation of hockey talent, both on and off the ice. As the team looks to build on their recent playoff success, this affiliation deal is a key component of their long-term strategy for success."

The Florida Panthers announced today that the club has entered a three-year affiliation extension with the Savannah Ghost Pirates of the ECHL through the 2028-29 ...