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Florida Panthers fans reflect on bittersweet season finale
Thousands of fans packed the arena for the team's last game of the year.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:56pm
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Devoted Florida Panthers fans fill the arena for the team's final game of the season, a bittersweet end to a promising year.Sunrise TodayAlmost 20,000 Florida Panthers hockey fans attended the team's final game of the season at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida on Wednesday night. WPTV Anchor and Panthers 360 host Mike Trim spoke with many fans from Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast about the end of the season.
Why it matters
The Panthers had a strong season, making the playoffs, but fell short of their ultimate goal. The end-of-season game was a bittersweet moment for the team's passionate fanbase, who are already looking ahead to next year.
The details
Thousands of devoted Panthers fans filled the arena to capacity for the final game, eager to show their support for the team despite the disappointing end to the season. Many expressed mixed emotions, feeling proud of the team's performance but also saddened that the season had come to a close.
- The final game of the Florida Panthers' season took place on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.
The players
Mike Trim
WPTV Anchor and host of the Panthers 360 program, who connected with fans at the final game.
Florida Panthers
The professional ice hockey team based in Sunrise, Florida that competes in the National Hockey League (NHL).
What they’re saying
“It's bittersweet, you know? We had a great season, but it's always tough when it comes to an end.”
— Panthers fan
The takeaway
The Florida Panthers' season may have ended in disappointment, but the team's passionate fanbase remains dedicated and optimistic about the future. The final game of the year was a chance for fans to show their support and reflect on the highs and lows of the season.
