Blackhawks and Panthers Begin Training Camps

As the Florida Panthers start training camp, they face key decisions, including finalizing their top nine forwards and reworking their fourth line. Mackie Samoskevich, despite a minor injury, appears to be a top candidate for the third-line right winger position. Meanwhile, the Chicago Blackhawks also begin training camp with high hopes for their prospects to support star player Connor Bedard. The team, featuring a mix of seasoned veterans like newly named captain Nick Foligno, aims to move past their rebuilding phase. Key questions include whether top defensive prospect Artyom Levshunov will start in the NHL and the role of defenseman Kevin Korchinski. The Blackhawks have bolstered their roster with free agents to provide their young talent time to develop, aiming to be more competitive this season.