Paul Maurice, Panthers Postgame: Florida Loses Niko Mikkola in Loss to Calgary Flames

Florida Panthers coach Paul Maurice speaks to the press after his team lost 4-1 to the host Calgary Flames on Friday, March 20, 2026.

The Panthers lost defenseman Niko Mikkola to what appears to be a left knee injury in the loss.

A.J. Greer scored Florida’s lone goal.

The Panthers went 1-3 on the four-game road trip and play host to the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday in Sunrise.

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