The Florida Panthers have temporarily reassigned defenseman Alexander Petrovic to the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers, freeing up roster space amid an injury-related shift. With Brad Marchand sidelined by a lower-body injury, the team is expected to recall another forward to maintain depth. The move follows Petrovic’s recent recall, which came just before captain Aleksander Barkov’s long-term injury placement. This adjustment highlights the Panthers’ ongoing roster adjustments as they navigate key absences.

According to a team announcement, the Florida Panthers have reassigned defenseman Alexander Petrovic to the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers. The roster move suggests Florida will recall an additional forward, as Brad Marchand sustained a lower-body injury on Tuesday. Petrovic, 34, was originally recalled last week shortly before the Panthers placed captain Aleksander Barkov on long-term injured […]