yandle season rewind

Welcome to "My Weekend in South Florida," where your favorite Florida Panthers players share how they prefer to spend their free weekends throughout the summer and season while suiting up for the NHL's southernmost franchise.

1. If I have a free weekend in South Florida, I usually spend it…
With my kids. I'm always either at the pool or heading back and forth between events, like softball or soccer. I love it. It's a lot of fun watching kids play sports. Not even just my own, but also my nephews and nieces, stuff like that. I just love going out and watching them compete and have fun.
2. If one of my teammates tags along, it's usually…
At any given time, it can be anyone that lives down by us in Fort Lauderdale. There's guys like Trocheck and Pysyk, and Ekblad is only two doors away. Really, at any point there can just be someone at my house hanging out.
3. I like having him around because…
I like having Ekblad around because of his youthfulness. He's obviously a guy that looks a little older than he is, but he's just a really down-to-earth, super-nice guy.
4. When it's time to grab a bite, I'll head to…
Caffe Europá in Fort Lauderdale. My go-to there is usually the Penne alla Vodka with chicken.
5. If that's not an option, then I'll try…
I really like the swordfish or tuna tacos at Boatyard in Fort Lauderdale.
6. If I hit the beach, I can't forget to bring…
My kids… and Chapstick.
7. My favorite thing about playing hockey in South Florida is…
I think my favorite thing is just watching the sport and the fanbase grow. I've only been here a short time, but it's been great to watch the fanbase grow and see the commitment they have for us.