The Blackhawks begin the 2025-26 regular season with a matchup against the defending Stanley Cup champions Florida Panthers on Tuesday evening at Amerant Bank Arena. It marks the eighth-straight season that Chicago will open on the road (2-5-0).

The Chicago Blackhawks open up their season with a favorable matchup against the defending back-to-back Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers.

Fans of the Florida Panthers have shown their appreciation for former goalie Spencer Knight, even though he now plays for the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Panthers coach Paul Maurice marveled at how quickly Jones found a home in Florida — especially once Aaron Ekblad returned from suspension for Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs.

The Florida Panthers open the 2025–26 NHL season without stars Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov against the Chicago Blackhawks. Here’s what’s behind their absence.