NIKO MIKKOLA NEWS

Garners helper Wednesday Mikkola posted an assist and three hits in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Mammoth.

Impact Mikkola ended a nine-game point drought by helping out on Sam Bennett's first of two goals in the second period. The 29-year-old Mikkola has offered a physical and defensive presence in a top-four role once again this season. He's added little on offense with just five assists alongside, 34 shots on net, 26 PIM, 44 hits, 34 blocked shots and a plus-8 rating through 29 appearances.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Steven Stamkos wins it in OT, Predators beat reeling Panthers 2-1

Steven Stamkos scored with 57 seconds left in overtime, leading the Nashville Predators to a 2-1 victory over the Florida Panthers

DECEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Practice: Mikkola 12/3/25 | Florida Panthers Niko Mikkola speaks after Wednesday's practice at Baptist Health IcePlex.

DECEMBER 3 • NHL.COM

Bennett keys Panthers' three-goal third period in 8-5 win over Canucks

Sam Bennett scored the tiebreaking goal at 4:02 of the third period and the Florida Panthers beat the Vancouver Canucks 8-5

NOVEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Blues look for 'physicality and emotion' from defenseman Hunter Skinner in NHL debut Skinner, 24, was originally acquired by the Blues in the trade that sent Vladimir Tarasenko and Niko Mikkola to the Rangers before the 2023...

NOVEMBER 15 • PANTAGRAPH.COM

The Lightning are coming to play the Panthers, for the first time since preseason penalty-fest

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Scott Sabourin is set to face the Florida Panthers again, reigniting a heated rivalry

NOVEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Contributes two assists Mikkola logged two assists and a plus-3 rating in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Kings.

Impact The helpers were Mikkola's first points of the year. He had a hand in Sam Reinhart's game-winning tally in the second period as well as a Brad Marchand insurance goal in the third. Mikkola has been fairly sound defensively so far, racking up 14 hits, 19 blocked shots, 12 shots on net, 12 PIM and a plus-4 rating over 14 appearances in a top-four role. He had a career-high 22 points in 76 regular-season outings last year, but a repeat effort in 2025-26 is unlikely due to his slow start.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Tuesday Mikkola (upper body) will be available for Tuesday's game against the Bruins, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Mikkola suffered an upper-body injury during Saturday's game against Buffalo, but he felt better Sunday and has been cleared to play in Tuesday's matchup. Over his first seven appearances of the 2025-26 campaign, he's been held scoreless with eight blocked shots, five hits and four PIM while averaging 18:24 of ice time.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Niko Mikkola injured after slamming face first into the ice. Mikkola taken off the ice after slamming his head hard.

OCTOBER 19 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola leaves loss to Sabres with an upper-body injury

Florida Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola left the team's 3-0 loss at Buffalo with an upper-body injury

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Doan scores 2 goals and Lyon makes 32 saves as the Sabres beat the Panthers 3-0

Josh Doan scored two power-play goals, Alex Lyon made 32 saves and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Florida Panthers 3-0

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Suffers injury Saturday Mikkola (upper body) won't return to Saturday's game against Buffalo.

Impact Mikkola had two PIM in only 6:53 of ice time before leaving the contest. He entered Saturday's matchup with five hits and eight blocked shots across six appearances. If Mikkola can't play Tuesday against Boston, Donovan Sebrango or Tobias Bjornfot could fill in on the back end.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

NHL suspends Tampa Bay's Sabourin for 4 games, Moser for 2 games after chaotic preseason finale

The NHL has suspended Tampa Bay forward Scott Sabourin for four games and defenseman J

OCTOBER 6 • Associated Press

A ton of ejections. A goal taken away 15 minutes later. Panthers-Lightning was wild Saturday

The Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 7-0 in their preseason finale

OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Former Blues Defenseman Signs Monster Contract With Panthers Former St. Louis Blues defenseman Niko Mikkola has signed an eight-year, $5 million AAV contract extension with the Florida Panthers.

OCTOBER 2 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Florida Panthers, defenseman Niko Mikkola agree to 8-year extension The Florida Panthers agreed to an eight-year contract extension with veteran defenseman Niko Mikkola, the back-to-back Stanley Cup champions...

OCTOBER 2 • UPI.COM

Morning Skate: Mikkola 10/2/25 | Florida Panthers Niko Mikkola speaks after signing eight-year extension ahead of Thursday's preseason game in Tampa Bay.

OCTOBER 2 • NHL.COM

Florida extends Stanley Cup winning defenseman to $40 million contract | Sporting News Niko Mikkola locked up in Florida

OCTOBER 2 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ex-Rangers Defender Lands Big Extension With Panthers Former New York Rangers defenseman Niko Mikkola has landed a big payday, as he has signed an eight-year, $40 million contract extension with...

OCTOBER 2 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Florida adds another long-term deal, giving Niko Mikkola an eight-year, $40 million extension

The Florida Panthers have agreed to an eight-year, $40 million contract extension with defenseman Niko Mikkola

OCTOBER 2 • Associated Press

Inks eight-year extension Mikkola agreed to terms on an eight-year, $40 million contract extension with Florida on Thursday.

Impact Mikkola's new deal will keep him with the Cats through the 2033-34 campaign at a $5 million AAV, a number that should age very well over the next several years as the cap is expected to rise significantly. In 76 regular-season games last year, the 29-year-old blueliner dished out 137 hits and made 88 blocks while recording his first 20-plus point season. His offensive numbers may not be that impressive, but he offers enough category coverage to provide some value in deeper formats.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

After Aleksander Barkov, Matthew Tkachuk blow, NHL insider links Panthers to top free agent ahead of season opener The Florida Panthers suffered a big setback before the new season. Captain Aleksander Barkov tore his ACL and MCL during practice after coll...

SEPTEMBER 28 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Territory Talk: Seth Jones (Ep. 368) | Florida Panthers Watch now as the Panthers defenseman reflects on last year's Stanley Cup run, his relationship with Niko Mikkola and more!

SEPTEMBER 22 • NHL.COM