Fri. Sep 5th, 2025

Panthers Forwards Luostarinen, Lundell Expected Ready for Stanley Cup Final Opener

Florida Panthers` Eetu Luostarinen (27) controls the puck behind the Carolina Hurricanes net during the first period of Game 2 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Eastern Conference finals in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, May 22, 2025. (Karl DeBlaker/AP)
Florida Panthers` Eetu Luostarinen (27) controls the puck during a game. (Karl DeBlaker/AP)

Florida Panthers forwards Eetu Luostarinen and Anton Lundell are expected to be available for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Head Coach Paul Maurice confirmed the players should be fine, despite them not participating in Saturday`s practice.

Maurice noted that the only player with an uncertain status is forward A.J. Greer, who remains day-to-day with an undisclosed injury.

Luostarinen sustained an injury midway through the Panthers` 5-3 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday, the game that clinched the series. The 26-year-old left the contest after crashing into the boards while missing a check.

Luostarinen has recorded 13 points (four goals, nine assists) in 17 playoff games this season.

The reason for Lundell`s absence from Saturday`s practice was not specified. He has accumulated 12 points (five goals, seven assists) over 17 post-season games.

A.J. Greer missed Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final but returned for Game 6 on Thursday. He has registered three points (two goals, one assist) in 12 playoff appearances.

The Florida Panthers are set to face the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final, a matchup between the Eastern and Western Conference champions.

Game 1 is scheduled for Wednesday.

By Rupert Caldwell

Rupert Caldwell is a veteran journalist from Newcastle who has traveled to every corner of England covering regional sporting events. Known for his distinctive voice and ability to uncover the human stories behind athletic achievements, Rupert specializes in boxing, athletics, and motorsport.

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