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Panthers Lock In Vilmanis for Future | Florida Panthers News

Jul 1, 2026 · 1 min

The Florida Panthers just locked down their future with a two-year extension for 22-year-old forward Sandis Vilmanis, keeping him in South Florida through 2029. Already showing promise with 5 points in 19 NHL games last season, Vilmanis thrived in the AHL with Charlotte, finishing third in scoring with 38 points. A standout for Latvia internationally—including a top role at the 2024 World Juniors—he’s proven his global talent. Drafted in the fifth round in 2022, Vilmanis exploded with over 100 OHL points in just two seasons. This extension signals the Panthers’ serious commitment to building a contender around his rising potential.

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