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Florida Panthers claim forward Cole Reinhardt off waivers from the Vegas Golden Knights.
Reinhardt, 26, played 44 games for Vegas in the 2025-26 season with seven points.
He has 62 career NHL games and 131 AHL points with the Belleville Senators.
Reinhardt was originally drafted by Ottawa in 2020 and played junior hockey in the WHL.
The Panthers signed Reinhardt as they continue their 2025-26 season campaign.
The move comes as the Panthers adjust their roster amid a busy schedule.
Zito announced the waiver claim on behalf of the Panthers.
Reinhardt has a history with Ottawa and Vegas in the NHL.
Reinhardt's AHL experience includes the Belleville Senators with 131 points.
The Panthers aim to strengthen depth with Reinhardt on the roster.

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Panthers stay quiet at the deadline, not trading Sergei Bobrovsky or A.J. Greer after extensive talks.
GM Bill Zito said he spoke to every team, but nothing materialized that made sense for this season’s roster.
Hinostroza was acquired for future considerations, with Reinhardt claimed off waivers to add depth.
Zito emphasized Bobrovsky as a priority to re-sign for at least another season or two.
Zito noted there were conversations with many teams, but no deal fit the Panthers' plan.
Petry was traded to Minnesota for a conditional seventh-to-fifth round pick.
Reinhardt is described as a versatile left wing with another year on his deal.
Zito praised Hinostroza for his speed and hard-working, jack-of-all-trades style.
Panthers aim to stay competitive next season by preserving core players and improving around them.

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The Panthers claimed Cole Reinhardt off waivers from the Vegas Golden Knights, adding a physical presence to the bottom six.
Reinhardt is 6-1, 207 pounds and has a history of delivering hits, making him a suitable fourth-line depth option.
Reinhardt’s contract runs through next season at a cap-friendly $812,500, facilitating a low-cost addition for Florida.
Florida also acquired Vinnie Hinostroza from the Minnesota Wild for future considerations to bolster depth.
The moves aim to restock the bottom of the roster at minimal cost while freeing up room for other pieces.
Head coach Paul Maurice believes Reinhardt fits Florida’s physical identity and can absorb fourth-line minutes.
Reinhardt’s addition comes as captain Aleksandr Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk were unavailable early in the season.
Reinhardt’s role is to absorb minutes on the fourth line and provide energy for Florida.
The Panthers are positioned as sellers on expiring veteran contracts amid a challenging season.
Reinhardt’s backstory includes a long AHL grind before securing an NHL roster spot with Vegas.

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The Panthers acquired Vinnie Hinostroza from the Minnesota Wild for future considerations after trading Jeff Petry to Minnesota for a conditional 2026 seventh-round pick.
Reinhardt was claimed off waivers from the Vegas Golden Knights to bolster depth for the Panthers.
Zito said the goal is to improve the team in both the short term and long term, not to move players for the sake of it.
Zito expressed a desire to keep Sergei Bobrovsky, noting the goaltender remains a core part of the franchise.
The team plans to balance ice time and rest over the final 20 games to protect players and stay competitive.
Zito highlighted the resilience and character of the Panthers as key takeaways from the season.
Reinhardt’s versatility makes him a flexible fit for multiple positions, according to Zito.
The Panthers stressed there was no rush to mortgage assets for risky, short-term gains.
Zito emphasized a respect-filled environment and a forward-looking stance on the franchise's trajectory.
Related Panthers content continued to surface, with multiple updates and recaps following the deadline.

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