A number of notable NHL players have re-signed with their teams ahead of the start of free agency, including Conn Smythe winner Sam Bennett.

SUNRISE, Fla. – Florida Panthers President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito announced today that the club has agreed to terms with forward Sam Bennett on an eight-year contract extension.

The Florida Panthers are experiencing some trouble in paradise after winning back-to-back Stanley Cups. Following Sam Bennett's extension, reports indicate that a new deal is not as close to being finalized with another of the NHL's top pending free agents.