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Panthers' Jonathan Huberdeau: Gets first goal of season

The Panthers have only played three games this season, so no big deal. Huberdeau is one of the kitties' best offensive players and he should replicate last year's excellence. It may just take a few more games for the lines to gel.

Panthers' Jonathan Huberdeau: Seeking first goal of young season

Huberdeau did record an even-strength apple in the season opener against the Lightning last Saturday, but he was a poor option in weekly leagues if for no other reason than Florida's odd schedule to start the new hockey year. The Panthers only played those two games in a five-day span, but Huberdeau and Co. will get back to work against the visiting Canucks on Saturday. The top-six winger has six points in eight games against that Western Conference opponent.

Panthers' Jonathan Huberdeau: Pointless so far in preseason

Huberdeau had a career season last year, posting highs in goals (27) and points (42), but he has yet to add to the Panthers' scoring in the preseason. Huberdeau's new linemate, Mike Hoffman, is also pointless through three games. While it does take time to build chemistry, the Panthers are hopeful both wingers can take it to another gear once the regular season starts for Florida on Oct. 6.

Panthers' Jonathan Huberdeau: Makes new career highs

After the departures of Reilly Smith and Jonathan Marchessault due to the expansion draft, Huberdeau was enlisted on the Panthers' top line. Huberdeau has always been this type of player, so being healthy for a full season and rifling a career-best 204 shots on goal certainly helped him make new personal records. The 24-year-old also logged significant power-play minutes, where he notched seven goals and 19 points.

Panthers' Jonathan Huberdeau: Pots two goals Wednesday

After scoring only two points, both assists, in his previous seven games, Huberdeau roared back to life and notched his 24th and 25th goals of the season. The Panthers' playoff hopes are on life support, but that likely won't keep the 24-year-old from being productive down the stretch as he tries to collect the three points he needs for his first career 70-point campaign.