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Latvian players in Florida Panthers preseason

Overview

Latvian players Sandis Vilmanis and Uvis Balinskis have begun participating in the Florida Panthers’ NHL preseason training camp.

Initially, team leadership expressed confidence in Vilmanis, citing his experience with the Latvian national team and his recent two-year contract extension. Head coach Paul Maurice noted Vilmanis’s physical strength and puck protection as he earned a spot in the opening preseason lines.

During a preseason game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Vilmanis scored an empty-net goal following an assist from Balinskis, contributing to a 5-3 victory. Coach Maurice described Balinskis as a vital part of the roster who has improved his integration into the team culture.

Entities

Paul Maurice · Sandis Vilmanis · Florida Panthers · Bill Zito · Uvis Balinskis

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Florida Panthers win preseason game with Latvian players scoring and assisting

    Latvian players Sandis Vilmanis and Uvis Balinskis contributed to the Florida Panthers' 5-3 preseason win against the Tampa Bay Lightning, as coach Paul Maurice discussed Balinskis's role.

  2. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Sandis Vilmanis earns praise from Florida Panthers leadership

    Florida Panthers management and coaching staff have praised Latvian forward Sandis Vilmanis for his growth and skill following a record-breaking performance with the Latvian national team.

Sources

financenet.lv · sportazinas.com · tvnet.lv