82-Game Schedule Features Matchups Against all 31 NHL Opponents, Opening Oct. 14 vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Thursday, July 22, 2021
SUNRISE, Fla. – The Florida Panthers, in conjunction with the National Hockey League, today announced their schedule for the 2021-22 regular season.
The Panthers open the regular season at home at BB&T Center hosting the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday, Oct. 14 and the New York Islanders on Saturday, Oct. 16.
“We are so excited to return to a traditional 82-game season for 2021-22 at BB&T Center. Panthers fans can enjoy all 31 NHL opponents including exciting matchups expanding into April and featuring key opponents on holiday weekends,” said Panthers President & CEO Matt Caldwell. “We are grateful for the support of our fans and Territory Members and can’t wait to welcome everyone back on opening night.”
NEW YEAR, NEW HOCKEY
The schedule is highlighted by a holiday back-to-back set against the New York Rangers on Dec. 29 and the Tampa Bay Lightning on Dec. 30 as well as a New Year’s Day matchup against the Montreal Canadiens.
IT’S A HOCKEY NIGHT IN SOUTH FLORIDA
25 games of the Florida Panthers 2021-22 home slate will take place on Thursday and Saturday with 14 Thursday matchups and 11 Saturday games on the docket.
SUNSHINE STATE BATTLE
Florida will welcome its cross-state rival and back-to-back Stanley Cup Champion, the Tampa Bay Lightning on Dec. 30 and April 24, visiting them at Amalie Arena on Oct. 19 and Nov. 13. The two teams met in the postseason for the first time in franchise history in 2021 and will look to keep the rivalry alive.
HOT MATCHUPS AT HOME
The Cats will welcome back their Atlantic Division opponents:
- Boston Bruins Oct. 27
- Buffalo Sabres Dec. 2, April 8
- Detroit Red Wings March 5, April 21
- Montreal Canadiens Jan. 1, March 29
- Ottawa Senators Dec. 14, March 3
- Tampa Bay Lightning Dec. 30, April 24
- Toronto Maple Leafs April 5, April 23
NEWEST OPPONENT
The Florida Panthers will host the league’s latest franchise, the Seattle Kraken, over Thanksgiving Weekend on Nov. 27. The Panthers will make their first trip to Seattle on Jan. 23, 2022.
MARCH MADNESS
The Cats will head out for their longest road stretch in March visiting the Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks, Vegas Golden Knights, Anaheim Ducks, Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators and Toronto Maple Leafs between March 13 and 27. The Panthers will play nine away games in this month.
THE TERRITORY IS WELCOME
The WELL Health-Safety Certified BB&T Center opens for the 2021-22 season at full capacity. BB&T Center will continue to offer mobile-only ticketing and cashless payment options including in-app concessions ordering with the FLA Live! Mobile application. Fans can review BB&T Center’s full safety guidelines prior to arrival at the arena here.
SYNC YOUR SCHEDULE
Fans can download and sync their schedule by clicking here or visiting FloridaPanthers.com/Schedule.
JOIN THE TERRITORY
2021-22 Territory Memberships are available now. Fans can immediately secure tickets to all games with a Territory Membership. To book a private tour of BB&T Center and learn how to join Panthers Territory click here to visit FloridaPanthers.com/TerritoryMemberships or call 954-835-PUCK for information.
Fans interested in learning more about single game tickets, group tickets and more can click here to be the first to know when they are available.
Stay tuned to FloridaPanthers.com for the club’s upcoming promotional schedule.
-PANTHERS-
