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July 22, 2026 - The Florida Panthers announced today the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Mikulas Hovorka on a one-year, two-way contract.
Hovorka, 25, scored five goals and added 13 assists in 57 games with the Checkers this past year. The Prague, Czechia, native has completed two seasons in the Queen City, registering 28 points (eight goals, 20 assists) in 117 regular-season appearances. He's skated in 23 Calder Cup Playoff games, contributing five assists.
The right-handed blueliner made his NHL debut with the Panthers on F... Full Story
July 9, 2026 - The 2026-27 schedule is officially out!
We're going to break down some of the noteworthy points about the slate, but first take a minute to add the schedule to your phone calendar, print a copy out for your office and lock in season tickets, a mini plan or a group outing!
Charlotte will open up the 2026-27 campaign on the road with a visit to Hershey on Oct. 3, marking the earliest start to a season in franchise history. Following a four-game trek through Hershey, Providence and Springfield, the Checkers make their tri... Full Story
July 2, 2026 - A familiar face is back in the organization as the Panthers have agreed to terms with Casey Fitzgerald on a one-year, two-way contract.
The 29-year-old blue liner spent the 2023-24 campaign in Charlotte, tying for third among team defensemen with 21 points (4g, 17a) and leading the Checkers in penalty minutes (65) over 69 appearances.
Since then Fitzgerald has spent the past two years with the Hartford Wolf Pack, including a career-best showing of 23 points (4g, 19a) in 71 games last season. The 2016 third-round pick h... Full Story
July 1, 2026 - The Panthers were busy on day one of free agency, including adding four depth pieces that could have an impact on the Checkers this season.
Florida agreed to terms on one-year, two-way contracts with forwards John Beecher, Bokondji Imama and Sam Lafferty and defenseman Tobias Bjornfot.
Beecher, 25, split last season between Boston and Calgary, totaling seven points (3g, 4a) in 35 games to bring his NHL total over five pro seasons to 28 points (13g, 15a) in 165 contests. A first-round pick in 2019, Beecher has also logg... Full Story
The Charlotte Checkers are a minor league hockey team. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, they are a member of the American Hockey League.
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Panthers Agree to Terms with Mikulas Hovorka
July 22, 2026 - The Florida Panthers announced today the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Mikulas Hovorka on a one-year, two-way contract.
Hovorka, 25, scored five goals and added 13 assists in 57 games with the Checkers this past year. The Prague, Czechia, native has completed two seasons in the Queen City, registering 28 points (eight goals, 20 assists) in 117 regular-season appearances. He's skated in 23 Calder Cup Playoff games, contributing five assists.
The right-handed blueliner made his NHL debut with the Panthers on F... Full StoryMore Charlotte Checkers stories below
Checkers Announce 2026-27 Schedule
July 9, 2026 - The 2026-27 schedule is officially out!
We're going to break down some of the noteworthy points about the slate, but first take a minute to add the schedule to your phone calendar, print a copy out for your office and lock in season tickets, a mini plan or a group outing!
Charlotte will open up the 2026-27 campaign on the road with a visit to Hershey on Oct. 3, marking the earliest start to a season in franchise history. Following a four-game trek through Hershey, Providence and Springfield, the Checkers make their tri... Full StoryCasey Fitzgerald Returns on One-Year, Two-Way Deal with Panthers
July 2, 2026 - A familiar face is back in the organization as the Panthers have agreed to terms with Casey Fitzgerald on a one-year, two-way contract.
The 29-year-old blue liner spent the 2023-24 campaign in Charlotte, tying for third among team defensemen with 21 points (4g, 17a) and leading the Checkers in penalty minutes (65) over 69 appearances.
Since then Fitzgerald has spent the past two years with the Hartford Wolf Pack, including a career-best showing of 23 points (4g, 19a) in 71 games last season. The 2016 third-round pick h... Full StoryFlorida Adds Beecher, Imama, Lafferty and Bjornfot on Two-Way Deals
July 1, 2026 - The Panthers were busy on day one of free agency, including adding four depth pieces that could have an impact on the Checkers this season.
Florida agreed to terms on one-year, two-way contracts with forwards John Beecher, Bokondji Imama and Sam Lafferty and defenseman Tobias Bjornfot.
Beecher, 25, split last season between Boston and Calgary, totaling seven points (3g, 4a) in 35 games to bring his NHL total over five pro seasons to 28 points (13g, 15a) in 165 contests. A first-round pick in 2019, Beecher has also logg... Full StoryCharlotte Checkers News
- Panthers Agree to Terms with Mikulas Hovorka - July 22, 2026
- Checkers Announce 2026-27 Schedule - July 9, 2026
- Casey Fitzgerald Returns on One-Year, Two-Way Deal with Panthers - July 2, 2026
- Florida Adds Beecher, Imama, Lafferty and Bjornfot on Two-Way Deals - July 1, 2026
- Panthers Trade Ben Steeves to New Jersey - June 30, 2026
- Florida Extends Qualifying Offers to Steeves, Bjornfot and Hovorka - June 29, 2026
- Panthers Make Six Selections at 2026 NHL Draft, Open Dev Camp this Week - June 29, 2026
- Checkers Sign Vande Sompel, Bitten, Purpura and Fantilli - June 12, 2026
- Panthers Agree to Terms with Cooper Black on Two-Year Extension - June 8, 2026
- Alscher, Vilmanis to Play at 2026 IIHF World Championship - May 15, 2026
- Cooper Black Ready to Build After Being Thrust into Bigger Role - April 30, 2026
- Disappointment Hangs over Checkers' Early Playoff Exit - April 28, 2026
- Checkers' Season Ends with Game 3 OT Loss - April 25, 2026
- Checkers Dominate Springfield 8-1 for Game 1 Win - April 22, 2026
- NHL-Tested Checkers Return from Florida with Lessons - April 22, 2026
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League: American Hockey LeagueHome: Charlotte, North Carolina
Affiliation: Carolina Hurricanes
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| Sat., Apr 25 | L | Springfield 2 at Charlotte 1 (Playoff Gm. 3) | Final (OT) |
| Fri., Apr 24 | L | Springfield 5 at Charlotte 2 (Playoff Gm. 2) | Final |
| Wed., Apr 22 | W | Springfield 1 at Charlotte 8 (Playoff Gm. 1) | Final |
| Sun., Apr 19 | W | Lehigh Valley 1 at Charlotte 4 | Final |
| Sat., Apr 18 | L | Lehigh Valley 2 at Charlotte 0 | Final |
| Sun., Apr 12 | W | Hershey 1 at Charlotte 6 | Final |
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