Ekblad scored a goal and added a power-play assist in Saturday's 7-2 win over the Sharks. Ekblad had missed eight of the last nine games due to an upper-body injury. He was able to ease back in ...

Ekblad was on the top pairing during the practice session, which is a good sign that he's close to a return. If he can't play Saturday, the Panthers are in action again Sunday versus the Golden ...