EP Rinkside 2023 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 24-ranked Florida Panthers
For a team that has recently reached the Stanley Cup Finals, the Florida Panthers boast a notably intriguing prospect pipeline.
Despite not possessing a first-round selection in the 2023 NHL Draft, they remarkably acquired three prospects showing genuine NHL potential. The standout among them is Gracyn Sawchyn. Accompanying Sawchyn, players such as Mackie Samoskevich, Michael Benning, and Justin Sourdif constitute the upper echelon of the prospect pool. Moreover, a handful of players exhibiting significant promise follow closely behind, poised to potentially secure meaningful playing time.
Among this year's notable advancements, Grigori Denisenko stands out. Having surpassed the NHL games threshold, he is no longer eligible for the Calder Trophy, which is why he is not included in this list.
Let's now examine the top prospects from the reigning Eastern Conference champions.