Florida Panthers Re-sign Forward Mackie Samoskevich to One-Year Contract

The Florida Panthers have secured the return of promising young forward Mackie Samoskevich by signing him to a one-year contract as the team pursues a third consecutive Stanley Cup. Samoskevich, 22, showed significant growth during the 2024-25 season, playing 72 games and scoring 15 goals with 16 assists, including five game-winning goals, tying for the team lead. Despite limited playoff ice time due to the return of veteran players, he contributed in four postseason games and is expected to compete for a bottom-six role in the upcoming season. Panthers GM Bill Zito praised Samoskevich’s skill, maturity, and versatility, highlighting his ability to slot into various lineup roles and his strong character. Drafted in the first round in 2021, Samoskevich has also demonstrated strong performance in the AHL and at the University of Michigan, marking him as a key part of the Panthers’ future. The contract keeps Samoskevich under team control as a restricted free agent, with an estimated salary of $775,000 for the upcoming season.