JOURNAL ARTICLE

How NHL's Panthers Turned South Florida Into a Hockey Hotbed.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Cancel, Daniel; Williams, Randall 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the turnaround of the Florida Panthers NHL team under CEO Matt Caldwell, who has overseen significant growth in fan engagement and attendance since he took over in 2016. Initially struggling with only 2,767 season ticket holders, the team now boasts 15,000 sold-out season tickets and ranks fifth in NHL attendance. Caldwell emphasizes the importance of community connection and customer service, which has contributed to the Panthers' success, including a recent Stanley Cup championship and a new TV deal that has tripled viewership ratings. The franchise, founded in 1993, has seen a resurgence in popularity, aided by strategic investments and a focus on local identity. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/06, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:185948193
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