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Ex-Flyers Sergei Bobrosvky Ties Amazing NHL Playoff Record

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The Florida Panthers picked up a big 5-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. With this, the Panthers now have a 3-2 lead in the series, and they can thank former Philadelphia Flyers goalie Sergei Bobrovsky for that.

Bobrovsky had a strong night for the Panthers in Game 5, saving 19 out of 21 Oilers shots. With this, the former Flyers goaltender now sports a 15-7 record, a 2.26 goals-against average, and a .912 save percentage in 22 playoff games this campaign.

Bobrovsky has also tied an incredible NHL playoff record with his latest victory. According to NHL Public Relations, Bobrovsky has tied an NHL record by recording 10 wins in one post-season. The other goalies who have achieved this feat are Jordan Binnington (St. Louis Blues, 2019), Braden Holtby (Washington Capitals, 2018), Jonathan Quick (Los Angeles Kings, 2012), Miikka Kiprusoff (Calgary Flames, 2004), and Martin Brodeur (New Jersey Devils, 1995 & 2000). 

Bobrovsky has been on an excellent playoff run with the Panthers this year, and tying this impressive NHL record only demonstrates that further. It will now be interesting to see if the former Flyer can stay hot and lead the Panthers to their second straight Stanley Cup championship from here.

In two seasons with the Flyers from 2010-11 to 2011-12, Bobrovsky recorded a 42-23-10 record, a .909 save percentage, and a 2.73 goals-against average in 83 games. 

Notable Update On Flyers' Free Agency Plans RevealedNotable Update On Flyers' Free Agency Plans RevealedThe Philadelphia Flyers are entering this off-season with a good amount of cap space, as they have roughly $19 million to work with. Due to this, some have questioned if the Flyers will try to make a major splash in free agency this summer. However, based on a recent update, this appears to be unlikely.

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Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Defenseman Mac Hollowell Signs In Russia

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Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins defenseman Mac Hollowell has signed a one-year deal in Russia with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl, it was announced earlier this week. 

Hollowell, a 2018 fourth-round pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs, spent this season with the Penguins, scoring one goal and adding 30 assists for 31 points in 56 regular season games. Over a total of 244 career AHL regular season games with the Penguins, Hartford Wolf Pack and the Toronto Marlies, Hollowell has collected 14 goals and 122 assists for 136 points. 

Having turned pro at the end of the 2018-19 season, Hollowell appeared in six NHL games, all with the Maple Leafs. In those games, Hollowell collected two assists. Prior to making the jump to the AHL, Hollowell played parts of five seasons in the OHL with the Soo Greyhounds. 

With Hollowell heading for the KHL, this will be his first foray overseas. A talented, puck-moving defender, Hollowell hasn't been able to make it back to the NHL but should be able to go over and have success in Russia as soon as he steps out onto the ice.  

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Rohrer & Lammikko Leave Zurich For NHL

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A pair of forwards who have been members of the Zurich Lions back-to-back championships in Switzerland and the team’s Champions Hockey League title this past season have signed contracts with NHL clubs this weekend.

On Saturday, it was 20-year-old Austrian Vinzenz Rohrer, the Montreal Canadiens’ third-round pick in 2022, who signed a three-year entry-level deal with the club. While that deal was fully expected, the following day’s announcement – that 29-year-old Finn Juho Lammikko had signed a one-year contract with the New Jersey Devils – apparently caught Zurich sports director Sven Leuenberger off guard.

“This departure was not planned – as a sports director, you are somewhat powerless in this agreement,” said Leuenberger. “But Juho has earned the chance to return to the NHL with his good play with us, and I understand that he wants to take it. I wish him the best of luck.”

Lammikko had signed a three-year contract extension with Zurich last December, but European contracts typically include escape clauses if the player receives an NHL offer.

Swiss Champs Sign Two Ex-NHLers To Multi-Year Contract ExtensionsSwiss Champs Sign Two Ex-NHLers To Multi-Year Contract ExtensionsThe ZSC Lions have signed two forwards with NHL experience to contract extensions, the Zurich-based National League club announced on Friday. They are 28-year-old Finnish center Juho Lammikko, who has signed for three extra years and 30-year-old Swedish right winger Jesper Frödén, who has added two.

Lammikko’s departure frees up an import spot on Zurich’s roster, and Leuenberger indicated that the club will try to find a replacement. Rohrer, who has played in Switzerland since he was 12, is considered a domestic player in Switzerland.

While it’s his first NHL contract, this will not be Rohrer’s first experience playing on North America, as he played two seasons with the OHL’s Ottawa 67’s. Over the past two seasons back in Switzerland, he has recorded 55 points in 132 National League regular-season and playoff games. He has also represented Switzerland in each of the last two IIHF World Championships.

This will be Lammikko’s third tour of duty in North America. Originally a third-round pick of the Florida Panthers in 2014, the 6-foot-3, 203-pound Lammikko has 26 points in 159 NHL regular-season games with Florida and the Vancouver Canucks, mostly in the role of a fourth-line winger. Over the past three seasons, he has 131 points in 176 National League regular-season and playoff games. He has represented Finland in four World Championships, winning two gold medals.

Photo © Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports: Juho Lammikko playing for the Vancouver Canucks in the 2021-22 season.

Vinzenz Rohrer on Austrian team, his summer & coming seasonVinzenz Rohrer on Austrian team, his summer & coming seasonAustrian forward Vinzenz Rohrer was the Montreal Canadiens’ third-round pick in 2022 and is just coming off his first professional season for the ZSC Lions in Switzerland’s National League. After a solid rookie campaign as part of a national championship team, the 19-year-old was selected to play in his first IIHF World Championship in May for an Austrian team that surprised many people and came agonizingly close to reaching the quarterfinals.
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Penguins Rumors: 3 Pittsburgh Players Who Could Re-Sign Next

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The Pittsburgh Penguins re-signed Boko Imama to a one-year contract earlier this week. The 28-year-old forward could have become an unrestricted free agent (UFA) on July 1, but he will instead be staying put after signing this new deal.

With the Penguins extending Imama, let's look at three more of their pending free agents who they could also re-sign before the start of next month. 

Philip Tomasino

Philip Tomasino is a pending restricted free agent (RFA) who the Penguins will likely want to keep around. After being acquired by the Penguins from the Nashville Predators in November, the 23-year-old forward showed good promise. In 50 games with the Penguins following the move, he recorded 11 goals and 23 points. 

With the Penguins needing young, skilled forwards, Tomasino would be a good player for them to re-sign on a bridge deal. The 2019 first-round pick is also still young enough where he could hit a new level.

Matt Grzelcyk 

Matt Grzelcyk is the Penguins' most notable pending UFA remaining. When looking at the numbers he produced from the point this campaign, it is fair to wonder if Pittsburgh could try to bring him back. In 82 games this season, he scored one goal and set new career highs with 39 assists and 40 points.

On a short-term deal, Grzelcyk could be worth holding on to. However, with Grzelcyk being 31 years old and the Penguins retooling, they could very well opt to find a younger replacement, especially if the Massachusetts native's asking price is too high. 

Conor Timmins 

Conor Timmins will be an interesting player to keep an eye on over the next few weeks. After being acquired by the Penguins from the Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2025 NHL trade deadline, Timmins was solid. In 17 games with the Penguins, he posted one goal, seven points, and a plus-9 rating.

With how Timmins finished the year with the Penguins, it would not be too surprising if they ended up re-signing him to an affordable new deal. 

Should The Penguins Deal Erik Karlsson? It May Not Be As Simple As It Seems.Should The Penguins Deal Erik Karlsson? It May Not Be As Simple As It Seems.With the 2025 NHL Draft just two weeks away and free agency to follow directly after, the trade market is beginning to heat up.

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