If Bennett decides to leave Florida and is willing to spend the rest of his career in Toronto, should the Maple Leafs put in a bid?

Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final felt more like a gauntlet than a hockey game, with the Florida Panthers crushing the Edmonton Oilers 6–1 on the scoreboard. The Panthers' real statement, however, came through the chaos that unfolded in the third period.

The start of NHL free agency is fast approaching, and by now we've heard all there is to hear about guys such as Mitch Marner, Sam Bennett and Brad Marchand and what they'll be able to command come July 1.

The Florida Panthers are hoping to reach an accord with center Sam Bennett before free agency begins on July 1.

Insider Drops Disappointing News for NHL Teams Eyeing Panthers' Sam Bennett originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Florida Panthers have taken a 2-1 lead over the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final and are trying to win their second consecutive championship, but it's never too early to start planning what's next.

Will the Panthers re-sign Sam Bennett? Here's the latest buzz on whether or not Sam Bennett reaches NHL free agency.

Florida Panthers fans are hopeful as contract talks with forward Sam Bennett show promising progress. NHL insider David Pagnotta reports that both sid

In a single shift, Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett showed why he’s been one of the most unstoppable players in the Stanley Cup playoffs.