Panthers' Bobrovsky Dilemma: Re-sign or Lose

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The Florida Panthers look set to miss the playoffs this year, just two seasons after winning back-to-back Stanley Cups.

General manager Bill Zito has locked up most of the core roster with long-term extensions, including top forwards and defensemen.

Bostar Goli's Sergei Bavrovsky stands out as the big exception. He's heading into unrestricted free agency at season's end.

Zito needs to prioritize resigning Bavrovsky before the market heats up. Experts suggest that three-year deal around $7 million a season would be smart for both sides.

It could be his last big NHL contract, keeping him in contention for another cup while securing solid pay.

Fans and analysts worry about a bidding war if he hits free agency.

Teams desperate for goal-tending, like the Edmonton Oilers in Windnow mode, or the Montreal Canadians building up, could throw big offers his way.

Bavrovsky might chase the highest bidder, even if it means leaving Ford as no tax perks behind.

Recent reports show the Oilers have already reached out to Bavrovsky's camp, hinting at real interest before the trade deadline.

That underscores the risk, other clubs see him as a proven rental to fix their net-minding woes.

For the Panthers to chase a three-peat locking him up now makes perfect sense.

They'll avoid overpaying later and keep their championship core intact amid this tough stretch.

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